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Tributes paid as preparation for Pope Francis’ funeral gets under way

Pilgrims from across the world are set to travel to join religious leaders and politicians in Rome.

From parishes to the Scottish Parliament, prayers and tributes to Pope Francis have continued on Tuesday as preparations for his funeral begin.

Pilgrims from across the world are set to travel to Rome to join religious leaders and politicians to pay their respects before the service on Saturday.

Here in Scotland, Pope Francis has been remembered as a man of humility, with an unshakeable faith in the goodness of people.

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