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Edinburgh Airport will temporarily close its airspace tomorrow to allow for the Queen's final journey from Scotland to London.

Piers Morgan is among the stars heaping praise on King Charles III following his first speech since the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.Britain’s longest-serving monarch died at the age of 96 while surrounded by family at Balmoral Castle on September 8, Buckingham Palace confirmed.Her son immediately ascended to the throne, bringing Her Majesty’s 70-year reign to a close.Tributes from around the world have poured in for the Queen, while thousands of mourners have gathered on the streets to pay their respects and lay flowers outside the palace.King Charles delivered his first address as monarch from the same room where his mother would sometimes film her Christmas broadcasts.In his speech, he honoured his ‘darling’ mother, saying: ‘We owe her the most heartfelt debt any family can owe to their mother; for her love, affection, guidance, understanding and example.’Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has died after 70 years on the throne, her death announced by Buckingham Palace on September 8, 2022. She died at the age of 96 at her home in Balmoral, with her son, the now King Charles, and daughter Princess Anne by her side.Follow Metro.co.uk's live blog for the latest updates, and sign Metro.co.uk's book of condolence to Her Majesty here.The King also pledged his whole life as service as the new sovereign just as the Queen did, saying: ‘That promise of lifelong service I renew to you all today.’Celebrities and media personalities have hailed his first address a ‘great’ speech, with controversial broadcaster Morgan tweeting a photo of his live TV screen as he tune in from home.‘That was a great speech by a good man.

Kanye West is "releasing all grudges" following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The rapper has been using his Instagram account on and off throughout the year to start or escalate feuds with fellow celebrities such as his ex-wife Kim Kardashian, her now ex-boyfriend Pete Davidson, her mother Kris Jenner, rapper Kid Cudi and executives at Adidas. However, on Thursday, he declared he was letting all of his grudges go following the death of the British monarch, who passed away aged 96 at her Balmoral estate in Scotland.

King Charles gave a telling nod to a song performed at his former wife Princess Diana's funeral as he honoured his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.The new monarch was on our screens tonight in the Blue Drawing Room of Buckingham Palace, where Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth previously recorded some of her messages to the nation. As the televised speech ended, King Charles III said: "May flights of angels sing thee to thy rest".

King Charles III has paid tribute to his mother Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in his first address to the nation following her death on Thursday 8 September. Pledging his duty to a life of service as the head of the British monarch in a televised speech, Charles, 73, said: "Throughout her life, Her Majesty The Queen – my beloved Mother – was an inspiration and example to me and to all my family, and we owe her the most heartfelt debt any family can owe to their mother.” The King paid tribute to his family members, including sons William and Harry and their wives, Kate and Meghan.The King credited his son and heir, William, Prince of Wales adding: “With Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given.” He wished to “express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas”.The King ended his address by saying: “To my darling Mama, as you begin your last great journey to join my dear late Papa, I want simply to say this: thank you.Thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to the family of nations you have served so diligently all these years.

Sir Rod Stewart has revealed his brother died earlier this week, just two days before Queen Elizabeth II. The 77 year old singer said that he has had a “devastating 48 hours” in the wake of both his family tragedy and the death of the monarch. Sir Rod shared his grief in a statement posted to Instagram and Twitter, as he wrote: “It has been a devastating 48 hours.

The Bank of England has reassured consumers that current bank notes featuring a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II will continue to be legal tender. However, a further announcement regarding notes, most-likely featuring King Charles III, will be made once the period of mourning has been observed following the Queen's death.

The flags on the grandstand at Hamilton Park Racecourse have been lowered as a mark of respect to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The body of Prince Philip will be moved to the Gothic Church's King George VI Memorial following the death of the Queen. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died aged 96 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland yesterday afternoon.

Following the news of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth I I yesterday, at the age of 96, the country is now in mourning for the only ruling monarch most of us will have even known. Many will be closing their businesses out of respect for the sombre occasion, and a lot of Manchester’s restaurants, bars, pubs and hotels have joined in paying tributes.

Prime Minister Liz Truss has paid tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II in Parliament, describing her as 'one greatest leaders the world has ever known'. MPs observed a minute’s silence in memory of the Queen in the House of Commons chamber on Friday (September 9).

Sir Rod Stewart paid tribute to the Queen's incredible 70-year reign as he announced his big brother Don also passed away this week.

The Queen has died at the age of 96, Buckingham Palace confirmed last night.

tribute to her majesty Queen Elizabeth II on their shows last night in the wake of her death. Corden, the host of “The Late Late Show with James Corden,” sat at his desk in front of a silent audience to make a heartfelt statement on the death of the Queen. “I, like the rest of the world, am so sad, tonight,” Corden said.

West Dunbartonshire Council’s Provost Douglas McAllister paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her death at the age of 96.

On the afternoon of Thursday 8 September, Buckingham Palace announced the sad news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's passing. But hours before her death, the Royal Family were informed of her "hours to live" condition, with many members rushing to get to her bedside.

In the final photo ever taken of the Queen she could be seen beaming as she met with the new Prime Minister Liz Truss in Balmoral. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away on Thursday 8 September at the age of 96 surrounded by her beloved family, including Charles, who has now become the King of England.

The White House has spoken out following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have shared a moving tribute in honour of the late Queen following her death, which was announced by Buckingham Palace on September 8.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are currently in the UK away from their children Archie, three, and one year old daughter Lilibet – who is named after Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Prince Harry travelled to Balmoral, where the Queen passed away, while Meghan remained in London.

Celebrities up and down the country have flocked to social media to pay tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II following her death at the age of 96.The Queen passed away on Thursday 8 September, following several months of health and mobility issues, which forced her to miss numerous engagements. Announcing the news in a statement, Buckingham Palace simply shared: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow." Now, Royal fans and celebrities alike have paid emotional tributes to the late Queen, praising her for her devotion to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth realms over the past 70 years.

An official portrait of Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, has been released to mark her 75th birthday. Camilla, who recently celebrated 160 years of Battersea Dogs and Cats home with Amanda Holden, can be seen looking looking relaxed and smiling in the image released for her milestone anniversary, which she is set to celebrate on Sunday 17 July.