People leave floral tributes on the steps.
Leader of Nottingham City Council, Cllr David Mellen said:
‘Along with the rest of the country, we are deeply saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. She has dutifully and gracefully served for 70 years – longer than any other British monarch – and was held in great affection and respect by her country.
‘We were proud and honoured to host many visits by The Queen as a city, including the Coronation year (1953) and all Jubilees (Silver in 1977, Gold in 2002 and Diamond in 2012). It’s particularly sad that her death comes during her Platinum Jubilee year when the country has been celebrating her long reign.
‘As a mark of respect and sorrow, we are flying flags on our buildings at half mast and where possible lighting them purple at night. The Lord Mayor of Nottingham Cllr Wendy Smith today opened a Book of Condolence at the Council House which many Nottingham people have already signed. Books of Condolence will also be available at the council’s Loxley House headquarters, Clifton, Dales and Bulwell Riverside libraries and online here.
‘Myself and Cllr Adele Williams went to the Council House this afternoon and signed the Book of Condolence and laid flowers on the Council House steps. Today people were queuing to sign the book and I expect flowers will continue to be laid there; everyone is very welcome to come and pay their respects. The Council House will be open from 10am to 5pm tomorrow for people to sign the Book of Condolence.’
