The Right Honourable Lord Lieutenant and Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, Robert Aldridge, expresses condolences on behalf of the city.
He said:
It is with deep sadness that the City of Edinburgh extends its heartfelt condolences to all those in the Catholic Church, both here at home and across the world, on the passing of Pope Francis. He was a powerful voice for compassion, equality, and our shared humanity. I know many of our residents will come together in mourning and reflection during this time of great loss.
Alongside Council Leader Jane Meagher, I have written to the Archbishop of St Andrews and Edinburgh to offer our sympathies.