A memorial book for Nelson Mandela is available for residents to sign.

Anyone wishing to sign the book can do so in the reception of the Waltham Forest Town Hall in Forest Road, Walthamstow.

An online version is in the process of being set up.

The council leader Chris Robbins has paid tribute to Mr Mandela this morning.

He said: “There can surely be no other figure who has stood out during my lifetimes as an inspiration to people everywhere. Nelson Mandela was a true hero, not only for his people in South African, but for people all over the world who stand up for what they believe in.

"His example has particular significant for a borough like ours where so many people from so many parts of the world look to someone like him. His legacy will be to provide faith to anyone who works to change the world into a better and fairer place for all.”