A BOOK of condolence has been opened at St Helens Town Hall in tribute to the victims of the Paris attacks.
St Helens, which has close links to France through its 50 year twinning agreement with the town Chalon Sur Saone, is making its own mark of respect.
The total loss of life in the atrocity has been revised up to at least 129, with 352 people injured, 99 critically.
The Mayor of St Helens, Councillor Steve Glover, will be among the first to sign the book.
The Union flag will be at half mast on the town hall.
St Helens Leader Barrie Grunewald said: “Many people would like to express their sympathy and show solidarity at this difficult time.
“We all send our deepest sympathies to the people of France, particularly to the families of the victims affected by this atrocity.”
The Book of Condolence will be open for signing at the main reception in St Helens Town Hall between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday.
On Saturday council leader Barrie Grunewald asked for the Steve Prescott Bridge to glow in the colours of the French flag.
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