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Queen dies: Live blog as Sheffield and world mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II

The world’s longest reigning monarch, Queen Elizabeth II, has died.
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Her Majesty passed away ‘peacefully’ at Balmoral Castle yesterday, aged 96, and the nation is now in a period of mourning.

Today, world leaders, celebrities and ordinary well-wishers are marking the former monarch’s passing with touching tributes.

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In Sheffield, the Union Flag is flying at half-mast in town hall, and details are emerging of how the city will commemorate this time of change.

Join us as we bring the latest updates and tributes for Her Majesty from Sheffield.

Queen dies: Live blog as Sheffield and world mourn the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Flowers placed outside Sheffield Cathedral in memory of Queen Elizabeth IIFlowers placed outside Sheffield Cathedral in memory of Queen Elizabeth II
Flowers placed outside Sheffield Cathedral in memory of Queen Elizabeth II

Sheffield pubs close and cancel events, as businesses remember the monarch

The people of Sheffield pay tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II

Sheffield pubs close and cancel events, as businesses remember the monarch

A Sheffield pub has cancelled all its sports and music events this weekend to mourn the Queen’s passing.

Here are ways to pay respects in Sheffield with flowers and books of condolences

Many readers have been wanting to know where they can lay flowers or contribute to a book of condolences for Queen Elizabeth II.

The Star is updating the page below with places in Sheffield where you can pay your respects, if you wish.

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