As it happened: Beacons lit for Queen's 90th birthday

Summary

Queen Elizabeth II is celebrating her 90th birthday
She met well-wishers in Windsor and lit a symbolic beacon
Gun salutes have been taking place around the UK
David Cameron led tributes in the Commons to Britain's longest serving monarch

Live Reporting

Alex Therrien and Paul Gribben

What can we learn about longevity from the Queen?published at 10:28 British Summer Time 20 April 2016
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As she enters her 10th decade, there are few signs the Queen is slowing down.
Last year alone she carried out 306 engagements in the UK and 35 abroad.
What is the secret of the Queen's longevity? BBC Magazine takes a look at the factors, from her good genes to her marriage to the Duke of Edinburgh.
Read more.
Crowds gather ahead of Queen's visitpublished at 10:24 British Summer Time 20 April 2016
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Town crier gets an audiencepublished at 10:19 British Summer Time 20 April 2016
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Good morning and welcomepublished at 10:17 British Summer Time 20 April 2016
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Good morning and welcome to our live page.
The Queen is carrying out two engagements in Windsor today ahead of her 90th birthday tomorrow.
We'll be bringing you updates throughout the day.