The former Liberal Democrat leader Charles Kennedy will be laid to rest this afternoon near his Highland home.
Mr Kennedy, a father of one, died suddenly at his home on June 1 at the age of 55. He had suffered a major haemorrhage as a result of a long battle with alcoholism.
Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife Samantha are among those who have sent flowers to honour the popular politician.
Prime Minister David Cameron and his wife Samantha have sent flowers to the St John the Evangelist church near Fort William in Scotland, where Charles Kennedy will be laid to rest today.
A note accompanying the white rose wreath described the former Liberal Democrat leader as an "extraordinary talent whose character and courage inspired us all."
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