The Royal Family has organised a book of condolence you can sign to send a personal message. ✍️ Here’s what you need to know.
There will be no physical books of condolence at any of the royal residences.to pay their respects to the Duke of Edinburgh last yearFollowing the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, books of condolence were opened across the UK and beyond.
People queued for up to 12 hours at St James’s Palace to write their tributes, while others contributed to books in British embassies and consulates around the world.Local councils across the UK have set up books for people to write messages of support – some physically and others online. Councillor James Jamieson, chairman of the Local Government Association, said in a statement: “Councils have been proud to serve Her Majesty throughout her reign and will continue to do so by now putting into place local arrangements to support the public in expressing their own sympathies.
“These arrangements will include the opening of both public and virtual books of condolence, ensuring flags are flown at half mast, and overseeing arrangements for the laying of flowers in public areas.”
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