A Very Sad Loss

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty's reign of 70 years and 214 days was the longest of any British monarch. During that time the world changed dramatically but she remained a constant presence of stability, resilience and continuity in the lives of the people of the UK and Commonwealth.

Throughout those years her sense of duty and tireless work ethic never faltered. She carried out her duties with grace, elegance, humour and kindness.

An unprecedented and remarkable achievement.

Many have never known a world without her. For many of my generation she was like a mother.
The world will long remember her devotion and leadership.