Alsager Town Chair, Councillor Philip Williams, laid flowers at the base of the flagpole at Alsager Civic Green today following the Queen's death.

And a book of condolence has opened at Alsager Civic for people to sign and send their wishes following the death of the Monarch.

Flowers laid by Alsager Town Council Chair today (Friday).

"It is with great sadness that our country and its friends and allies around the world learn of the death of our Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II," said Cllr Williams.

"Throughout her long and momentous reign, she showed an unwavering 

commitment to public service and a stamina and fortitude that won admiration worldwide. 

"Her example impressed world leaders and politicians of all persuasions.

"Earlier this year, during Her Majesty's Platinum Jubilee celebrations, President Macron of France, a country that has long been a republic, referred to the 'golden thread' of friendship and service that the Queen represented and embodied.

"Her Majesty will be mourned and missed for her personal qualities as well as the duration of her reign and the link she 

represents with previous generations.

"It has been noted that her first Prime Minster was Sir Winston Churchill, born in 1874. Her last Prime Minister, Liz Truss was born 101 years later. 

"Few leaders in history will have seen so much and served so long. 

"Here ins Alsager and across our region as well as the country, the Commonwealth and the whole world, there will be people with personal memories of Her Majesty the Queen.

"You may have shaken her hand, waved at her from a crowd, chatted with her at a royal event.

"You may never have seen her 'live' but respected and admired her for the values she upheld.

"There will be an opportunity to sign a book of condolence and place flowers at the flagpole but please do no leave cellophane.

"Alsager Town Council will be observing official protocols for the period of official mourning. 

"We send our condolences to the royal family at this sad time for them, for our nation and for the family of nations worldwide."