Message from the Mayor following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

We are deeply saddened to hear the news of the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II.

As the country's longest reigning monarch, The Queen was part of the fabric of our nation. She dedicated her entire life to the country and to the Commonwealth, a role which she has performed with outstanding commitment and selfless devotion.

Our sorrow will be shared not only across South Tyneside but throughout the world.

Like communities across the globe, the people of South Tyneside will be united in remembering her with great affection and gratitude while reflecting on her extraordinary life and the times she visited the Borough on official engagements.

Our thoughts and prayers are very much with the Royal Family at this extremely sad time.

Councillor Pat Hay, Mayor of South Tyneside