Council expresses sadness at the death of Her Majesty The Queen
Chairman of Thanet District Council, Cllr Jason Savage has today (Thursday 8 September) given a statement following the sad news of the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
Cllr Jason Savage said:
“Staff and Councillors at Thanet District Council are deeply saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty The Queen. Our thoughts and sympathies are with the Royal Family at this difficult time. The council’s Union Flag will be lowered and flags across the district will be flown at half mast as a mark of our deepest respect.
“For those wishing to leave a message, a book of condolence will be placed at the Thanet Gateway Plus building in Margate from Friday 9 September and throughout the official period of mourning. An e-book of condolence will be available on the official Royal website www.royal.uk”
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