EAST Renfrewshire's Provost has paid tribute to the Queen who died on Thursday afternoon.
Elizabeth II, 96, passed away peacefully at Balmoral and was the longest-serving monarch in British history.
Provost Mary Montague was among those to offer their condolences to the Queen's loved ones.
She said: "It is with great sadness to hear the news that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was passed away.
"The thoughts of the residents of East Renfrewshire are with the Royal Family at this extremely difficult time.
"The Queen demonstrated extraordinary dedication and commitment to duty throughout her reign and did so with a graceful strength and admirable determination.
"This is a period of public grief when people who do not know each other come together to mourn a national figure who has been consistent throughout our lives and for whom we have collective affection, despite not knowing her personally."
The news of the Queen's death was announced in a statement on behalf of the Royal Family.
Her death brings an end to a 70-year reign, having ascended the throne following the death of her father, King George VI, on February 6, 1952.
On Thursday evening, Buckingham Palace said in a statement: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.
"The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."
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