The Scottish Government has revealed the appointment of prominent figures from across Scottish public life to a newly established body tasked with recommending a permanent tribute to Queen Elizabeth II.
Known as the Scotland Legacy Group, the committee will develop proposals for a memorial before presenting its recommendations to the First Minister, who will subsequently bring the ideas before the King.
The UK Government has committed to covering the costs of the Scottish memorial as part of broader funding for similar commemorative projects throughout Britain.
Dr Joseph Morrow, who serves as the Lord Lyon King of Arms, has been selected to lead the group.
The Scottish government are set to recommend a permanent tribute to Queen Elizabeth II
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Joining Dr Morrow on the committee are six distinguished individuals drawn from cultural, academic and governmental spheres.
Dr Anna Keay brings expertise as both a member of the Queen Elizabeth Memorial Committee and director of the Landmark Trust, whilst Professor Chandrika Kaul contributes her knowledge as a modern history academic at St Andrews.
The group also includes retired Lieutenant Colonel Johnny Stewart, alongside three senior figures from Scotland's cultural institutions: Leonie Bell, who heads V&A Dundee; Anne Lyden, the director general of the National Galleries of Scotland; and Helen Webster, serving as deputy director for cabinet, parliament and governance and secretary for commissions within the Scottish Government.
Culture Secretary Angus Robertson paid tribute to the late monarch, emphasising the significance of commemorating her seven decades on the throne and lifetime devoted to public duty.
Dr Joseph Morrow has been selected to lead the group
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"Queen Elizabeth meant so much to so many people in Scotland and it is right that we pay tribute to her remarkable 70-year reign and life of public service," he said.
Mr Robertson highlighted the profound public response witnessed as the Queen's cortege travelled from Balmoral Castle, where she passed away, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, noting this demonstrated the deep affection Scots held for a monarch who spent considerable private time in the country.
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Dr Morrow expressed his honour at the opportunity to develop and advise on a Scottish memorial celebrating the Queen's extraordinary reign and dedicated public service.
"I am determined to create the space for a truly Scottish memorial and delighted to be working alongside such a talented group of individuals to do so," he stated.
Dr Morrow spoke on his honour of being selected to lead the body
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The chair confirmed the group would consult with communities throughout Scotland to shape a lasting symbol of remembrance and gratitude for the late monarch.
"Queen Elizabeth had a deep affinity for Scotland, and it is a privilege to create a legacy that can inspire generations to come," Dr Morrow added.
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