 It is with profound sadness that the office of Governor-General, the government and people of St. Lucia have received word of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Her Majesty as Head of the Commonwealth and Queen of St. Lucia has served us with great pride and dignity and will be surely missed. The government and people of St. Lucia joined the rest of the world in mourning the passing of Her Majesty. We extend our deepest condolences to His Royal Highness King Charles III and the Royal Family on this very solemn occasion. Your official period of mourning commences today, September 9, 2022, with the 96th gun salute by the Royal St. Lucia Police Force from 5.30pm on the premises of Government House. May Her Majesty rest in eternal peace.