The South Yorkshire Police and Crime Commissioner, Dr Alan Billings, has issued the following statement following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II:

“It is with great sadness that we receive the news of the death of Her Majesty the Queen.

“I join the people of South Yorkshire, the nation, and indeed the whole world, in entering a period of mourning.

“The Queen dedicated her life to the British people and served with dignity throughout her 70-year reign.

“My thoughts and prayers are with the Royal family at this time.”