The Queen passed away on Thursday afternoon at Balmoral Castle, aged 96, after spending over 70 years on the British throne.
Under Sheriff David Barraclough officially read the proclamation declaring:
"Do now hereby with one voice and Consent of Tongue and Heart, publish and proclaim that the Prince Charles Philip Arthur George is now,
“By the death of our late Sovereign of happy memory, become our only lawful and rightful liege lord, Charles the III, by the Grace of God, of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and of all His other Realms and Territories, King, Head of the Commonwealth, Defender of the Faith.”
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Following the proclamation The Salvation Army band played God Save The King. Photo: Steve Riding
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The people of Leeds have gathered in recent days to lay floral tributes following the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Photo: Steve Riding
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One tribute read "Your Majesty, thank you for everything. You were epic" showcasing how different generations were touched by her long reign. Photo: Steve Riding
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Books of condolence – both physical and online – have been set up to allow the people of Leeds to leave their tributes to Queen Elizabeth II. Photo: Steve Riding
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Residents across the city have also been lighting candles of remembrance in places of worship across the city. Photo: Steve Riding
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The Queen passed away on Thursday afternoon at Balmoral Castle, aged 96, after spending over 70 years on the British throne. Photo: Steve Riding