Knowsley Council has sent their condolences to the Royal Family after the Queen died yesterday, aged 96.
The mayor of Knowsley, Cllr Eddie Connor called Queen Elizabeth II a "truly inspirational woman" who will be "sadly missed" after Queen Elizabeth II Her Majesty died at her Balmoral Estate yesterday afternoon. He said: "Whilst the entire country unites in its grief, we reflect on the Queen’s many years of dedication and service.
"The longest reigning monarch in our history, she was a truly inspirational woman and an internationally admired figurehead. She will be sadly missed by many and not just those who had the privilege to meet her during her life."
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The mayor was joined by the leader of Knowsley Council, Cllr Graham Morgan, who spoke about the "leadership and dignity" of Her Majesty. He said: "The death of Her Majesty the Queen is an incredibly sad moment in the history of this country and a moment that we will be very unlikely to forget.
“Her Majesty the Queen was a truly remarkable individual who led this country with dedication and professionalism for the last 70 years. She dedicated her life to public service and her leadership and dignity will be greatly missed.
“I know that I speak for many people when I share my deep condolences with her family at this time and I send my thoughts to everyone who has been impacted by her life and her death."
The Union Flag will also be flown at half-mast at the Huyton municipal buildings, as well as at the Kirby Centre and the Prescot Registry. The Greystone Bridge over the M62 will also be lit up in purple for the duration of the period of morning.
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