Queen Camilla declares Douglas a city

Crowds gathered to greet Her Majesty at City Hall

Queen Camilla has delivered a speech at Douglas City Hall officially declaring the Island's capital a city.

Crowds gathered outside to greet Her Majesty as she arrived shortly after 12:30pm.

After delivering the speech, Queen Camilla unveiled a plaque and greeted members of the public on Ridgeway Street.

These people told Manx Radio they were delighted to see her:

Her Majesty will now attend a reception at Government House in Onchan where she will meet representatives from Manx charities.

You can hear the speech Queen Camilla gave to guests assembled at Douglas City Hall here.