The First Minister spoke at the Scottish Parliament as the King and the Queen Consort, Camilla, heard a motion of condolence.
King Charles had attended ceremonies in Edinburgh during the day as the Queen lies at rest in the capital.ScotRail to run trains through the night from Glasgow to Edinburgh so people can honour Queen
The King then attended the Scottish Parliament where a motion of condolence was given at Holyrood with speeches from party leaders and MSPs. At the Scottish Parliament, a motion of condolence submitted by the First Minister was passed by MSPs in front of the King.
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