People of different faiths around Manchester are mourning the passing of The Queen as the nation woke up to the first day without her on the throne in over 70 years.
Following the sad announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, John Arnold, Bishop of Salford issued a statement, saying: "We pray for the repose of the soul of Queen Elizabeth II.
"We give thanks for her years of unquestioned service and dedication to our country. She has been a permanent person of unity for our nation. An abiding presence, who stood above the daily politics, giving a sense of calm presence in the leadership of our nation, even in the most turbulent of times.
