AN ONLINE book of condolence has been set up by Argyll and Bute Council as the local authority pays its respects to HRH Prince Philip, who has died at the age of 99.

The Royal Family confirmed the passing of the Duke of Edinburgh at midday on Friday and tributes have flooded in from across the globe since.

Helensburgh and Lomond South councillor David Kinniburgh, who is also the Provost of Argyll and Bute, said: "It is with sadness that we learned about the death of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh.

"The Duke of Edinburgh gave decades of service to Great Britain. He leaves a tremendous legacy through his Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme which has benefited the lives of so many young people.

"His loss will be felt by many.

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"We send our sincere condolences to Her Majesty the Queen and his family at this sad time.”

Meanwhile, the Lord-Lieutenant of Argyll and Bute, Mrs Jane MacLeod, said: “My thoughts and prayers are with Her Majesty The Queen and her family as they mourn the passing of HRH Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh - a much-loved husband, father and grandfather as well as a man who dedicated so many decades of his life to public service.

"He will be sorely missed and I send my condolences and deepest sympathy to the Royal Family at this very sad time.”

The council confirmed that the Union Jack will fly at half mast from council buildings, in line with national guidance.

To add a tribute to the condolence book visit argyll-bute.gov.uk/tributes-duke-edinburgh.