ILMINSTER residents are invited to hear the Proclamation today (Monday, September 12), the official announcement of Her Majesty’s death, and acknowledgement of the commencement of the King’s new reign.
Ilminster Town Council also offered its condolences to the Royal Family.
Cllr Leanne Taylor, Mayor of Ilminster, shared a message to pay tribute to the Queen.
Cllr Taylor said: “The example of her duty, service, and devotion to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth was unparalleled her graciousness was unsurpassed.
“We have lived in a truly golden Elizabethan age, the likes of which we will never see again.
“Ilminster Town Council join with people around the world in mourning her loss.
“A book of condolence will be available for residents to sign at the Lady Chapel at the Minster in Ilminster.
“In addition, if any members of the public wish to lay flowers as a mark of respect they may also do so at the Lady Chapel.”
Buckingham Palace has a Book of Condolence that can be found online here.
Invite to Proclamation
Everyone is invited to come to The Minster to hear the Proclamation being read by Ilminster’s Town Crier, Mr Andrew Fox at 2pm on Monday, September 12, 2022.
This will be followed by a reading by the Mayor of Ilminster, Councillor Leanne Taylor.
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