THE CHAIR of the Local Government Association praised the Queen for her dedication to ‘every one of us’.
Cllr James Jamieson was paying tribute to Her Majesty following her death on Thursday, September 8.
The Local Government Association represents more than 350 councils in England and Wales, including Wokingham Borough and Reading Borough.
He said: “On behalf of all councils across England and Wales, I’d like to express our sincere condolences to the whole Royal Family on the sad passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
“I have today written to The King following the news.
He continued: “Her Majesty’s dedication to every one of us, alongside her continuous hard work and loyalty to her United Kingdom, was clear to see throughout her life.
“Her high regard for local government was also truly reflective in her focus and appreciation of councils’ work and determination in her annual Queen’s Speeches.”
Cllr Jamieson said that council were proud to serve the Queen during her reign, and now face one final service for her.
“The will be putting into place local arrangements to support the public in expressing their own sympathies,” he explained.
“These arrangements will include the opening of both public and virtual books of condolence, ensuring flags are flown at half mast, and overseeing arrangements for the laying of flowers in public areas.”
