Queen Elizabeth II has died. Prime minister Liz Truss, US president Joe Biden and Sir Keir Starmer have all paid tribute to the longest-serving monarch in British history

Queen Elizabeth II has died: tributes pour in for monarch

Thank you for your commitment to service. Thank you for your sound advice. Thank you for your infectious smile

For all of us, the Queen has been a constant presence in our lives – as familiar as a member of the family, yet one who has exercised a calm and steadying influence over our country

“We, too, smile knowing that you and grandpa are reunited now, and both together in peace.”    

Queen Elizabeth II has died: tributes pour in for longest-serving monarch in British history