Messages come in from across Highlands in tribute to Prince Philip
Highland Council has said that messages contributed to their special e-book of condolences for the Duke of Edinburgh show the high esteem in which he was held.
Buckingham Palace announced on Friday that Prince Philip had died peacefully at Windsor Castle earlier that day.
People from across the Highlands have been sending messages of their condolences following the opening of the special e-book hosted on Highland Council’s website
A council spokesperson said: "The messages reflect the high esteem His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has been held in by the people of the Highlands and includes personal tributes from councillors, Lord Lieutenants, local community representatives and individuals, some of whom met His Royal Highness during his many visits to the area."
Arrangements for the Duke's funeral which will take place this Saturday at Windsor Castle have been issued by Buckingham Palace and includes detail of a national one minute's silence at 3pm.
As a mark of respect, Highland Council has also cancelled a number of scheduled meetings due to be held this week.
These include a special committee meeting of the Nairnshire Committee tomorrow; the Black Isle, Dingwall and Seaforth committee on Wednesday; the Wester Ross, Strathpeffer and Lochalsh Committee due to take place on Thursday and Friday’s Climate Change Working Group.
All of these meetings will be rescheduled, and details provided regarding the new dates will be published on the Council’s website as soon as they are confirmed.
People can sign the book of condolences here
