Moment of Reflection to be observed

Lord Provost Bill Campbell, Lady Provost Yvonne Campbell, council leader John Alexander and chief executive Greg Colgan with the Book of Condolence.

Residents in the Angus and Dundee areas will be observing time for reflection on Sunday ahead of the State Funeral fo Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth.

Dundee’s Lord Provost Bill Campbell is inviting citizens in the area to take part in the national observance.

The civic leader, who is Dundee’s Lord Lieutenant, said the one-minute silence at 8pm will be an opportunity to reflect on the life and legacy of Her Majesty and to mourn her passing.

The silence can be marked privately at home with friends and family, or by communities organising local events and vigils.

The National Moment of Reflection takes place on the eve of the State Funeral and the end of the period of national mourning.

The Lord Provost said: “The crowds which gathered for the passing of the funeral cortege at the weekend show just how much Her Majesty was loved in Dundee.

“I’m sure a great many Dundonians will want to take this opportunity on Sunday to mourn Her Majesty’s passing and reflect on her 70-year reign.”

A book of condolence has been provided at the City Chambers, and is available from 9am to 5pm each day until Sunday September 18.

Books of condolence have also been opened in all ANGUSalive libraries.

All Dundee City Council nurseries and schools will be closed as will council offices.

The day has been designated as a bank holiday to mark the last day of the period of National Mourning, and only emergency and critical cover will be provided during that time.