Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died yesterday.
THE Chairman of Denbighshire County Council has released a statement on its behalf, praising the late Queen as a “shining example”.
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the nation's longest-reigning monarch, died peacefully at Balmoral Castle yesterday afternoon.
County Councillor Arwel Roberts, Chairman of Denbighshire County Council, said: "We share the Country's deep sadness at the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
"For more than 70 years she was a constant in most of our lives, providing a shining example of a life lived in dignified duty and public service.
"She will be much missed but as we look back on her reign with deep respect and affection we look forward with hope and optimism to the reign of the new King."
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