The nation’s new King has described the death of the Queen, who he called his “beloved Mother”, as the “greatest sadness” for his family (PA)
(Picture: PA Wire)Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died.
The 96-year-old monarch had been ill for some time and under medical supervision, with her family gathering by her bedside at Balmoral.
Elizabeth II was the nation’s longest-reigning monarch, serving as head of state for more than 70 years.
In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: “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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