The flags are also flying to half mast outside the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.
Music hat will reproduce at the changing ceremony on guard to reflect “the sadness of the occasion,” said a real source.
A member of the royal family is expected to attend the Pope’s funeral, if the Vatican agrees, but it is too early to say who will travel to lend its respect.
The King’s message after the death of Pope Francis. pic.twitter.com/tnwvsoxcmh
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The King and Queen expressed their “more sincere condolences and deep sympathy” after the death of Pope Francis.
In an official message posted after the news of the death of Pope Francis today, Charles said: “My wife and I were very deeply sad when he learned of the death of Pope Francis.
“However, our heavy hearts have relieved a bit to know that holiness could share a Easter greeting with the Church and the world that served with such devotion through their life and ministry.
“His holiness will be remembered for his compassion, his concern for the unity of the Church and for his tireless commitment to the common causes of all people of faith, and with those of goodwill who work for the benefit of others.
“His belief that care for creation is an existential expression of faith in God resonated with so many worldwide.
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“Through his work and care for both people and the planet, he touched the life of so many.
“The queen and I remember with particular affection our meetings with their holiness over the years and we moved us a lot to have visited it at the beginning of the month.
“We send our most sincere condolences and a deep sympathy to the church to which such resolution already served the innumerable people around the world who, inspired by their life, will be mourning by the devastating loss of this faithful follower of Jessus.”
