Normal life is slowly returning in Shropshire following Monday's state funeral.
Union Flag at full mask. Picture Telford & Wrekin Council
Shops are back open, bin collections are in the process of returning to their normal day, public services are back open and Union Flags, so solemnly at half mast for so long have returned to full mast. As the Royal Family starts its week of personal mourning, there is still time for people to sign books of condolence around Shropshire.At the same time the floral tributes that have adorned many public spaces will be removed and sent to be composted to help nurture new life.
Following the funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II, our Union flags have now returned to full-mast. Condolence books remain open until 5pm tonight, and flowers and floral tributes will be removed then too. There’s more info at: