Leading figures across the region have shared their concerns - and the mood of the nation - about the Queen as further news is awaited from Balmoral.
Amid a national outpouring of messages by well wishers following the announcement that doctors are worried about Her Majesty's health, prompting senior Royals to hurry to her bedside, local political and religious leaders joined the show of support. Among them was MP Chi Onwurah who passed on her 'thoughts and prayers' on behalf of the city.
The Newcastle Central MP posted a message on Twitter which read: "I know the thoughts and prayers of Newcastle will be with Her Majesty the Queen and the Royal Family at this time." The sentiment was echoed by fellow MP Catherine McKinnell, who represents Newcastle North and said: "Thoughts and prayers today are with the Queen and her family."
