Scottish Parliament Presiding Officer the Rt Hon Alison Johnstone MSP said: "On behalf of the Scottish Parliament, I convey our deepest and most sincere condolences to His Majesty King Charles III and the Royal Family following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. This is a day of great sadness for the whole country and a time of deeply personal grief for the Royal Family.
"The Queen was an extraordinary woman, who led an extraordinary life of service. From the day that this Parliament was established in 1999, Her Majesty showed her unwavering support for the institution and the time and importance she gave to that relationship is hugely appreciated.
"The Parliament will have an opportunity to consider a Motion of Condolence and reflect on the life of this much loved and much respected Monarch whose enduring bond with Scotland and the Scottish people will long be remembered."
The flags at the Scottish Parliament have been lowered as a mark of respect.
Additional information
Public access to the Scottish Parliament building has been suspended until further notice.
Details of the next sitting of the Scottish Parliament to consider a Motion of Condolence will be announced shortly, along with media-access arrangements.
Pàrlamaid na h-Alba a’ cur dàil anns a h-uile gnothach mar chomharra spèis às dèidh bàs A Mòrachd A’ Bhanrigh
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