The Accession Proclamation has been read at Hillsborough Castle in County Down, at the same time as ceremonies in Edinburgh and Cardiff.
Norroy and Ulster King of Arms is one of the three senior officers of arms at the College of Arms in London, the heraldic authority for England, Wales, Northern Ireland and parts of the Commonwealth.Following the formal regional proclamation at Hillsborough Castle, it will be read throughout different council areas by lord lieutenants or sheriffs.
However, the party said it acknowledged "the positive role the Queen played in advancing peace and reconciliation" and said that in recognition of this it would attend a number of events during the period of national mourning. Visitors are being warned parking is restricted and a one-way system is now in operation in the village.
Visitors are being warned of restrictions around Hillsborough Castle during the period of official mourning.Other councils are holding events on Sunday: Armagh, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council will be hosting a reading of the proclamation at 16:00 BST at The Palace Demesne, Armagh, followed by a special meeting of the council paying tribute to the Queen - books of condolence have been opened and an online book of condolence is available to sign on the council website
Fermanagh and Omagh District Council will be hosting readings of the proclamation at 15:00 BST outside the Court House in Omagh and from the Town Hall in Enniskillen - books of condolence have been opened and an online book of condolence is available to sign on the council website
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