The union flag is flying at half mast above the City Chambers.

Jacqueline McLaren, Lord Provost of Glasgow and Lord Lieutenant said the Queen served with “wisdom and grace”.

She said: “The passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is a defining day in our history. A monarch who served with pride, dignity, wisdom and grace for more than 70 years. The longest serving monarch In British history.

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“A record-breaking reign that oversaw and withstood many changes and challenges. Her Majesty was a figure of constancy and comfort to many.

Glasgow Times:

“This is a dark day for her family and all those across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth who hold her dear.

“The Union Flag is flying at half-mast to mark national mourning for Her Majesty The Queen.”

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Philip Braat, former Lord Provost of Glasgow and Lord Lieutenant said: “I am deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II.

“I was glad to welcome her to Glasgow during my term as Lord Provost, and to spend some time with her at the Children’s Wood and the Skypark.

“Her warmth, intelligence and wit was on full display that day, and I know that people across our City will be deeply saddened to hear of her passing.

Glasgow Times:
“She has been a constant in our lives for so long. There are relatively few that can remember a time when Queen Elizabeth II was not the monarch. She touched the lives of so many and came to represent the very best of our country. I send my deepest condolences to the Royal Family.”