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Nation begins period of mourning for its ‘rock’ the Queen

The Queen will be commemorated by pomp and ceremony as the nation begins a period of mourning to mark the death of its...

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The Queen and Prince Philip: The story of Britain’s longest-serving monarch and her consort

A statement confirming the news read: “The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon."

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Full list of closures and cancellations as Queen’s death sparks national mourning

The tragic news was confirmed on Thursday evening sparking a period of national mourning.

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Are schools and colleges closed? Government update following Queen’s death

It is reported the government shared an update with headteachers in an email on Thursday night.

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Death of Queen Elizabeth: Coffin to lie in Edinburgh

People will be able to pay their respects to the Queen as the monarch’s coffin is expected to lie in rest for 24...

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When is the Queen’s funeral and will there be a bank holiday?

Her death brings an end to a 70-year reign, the longest in history, having ascended the throne following the death of her father,...

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Bank of England reassures public over money featuring image of the Queen after her death

CURRENT bank notes featuring a portrait of the Queen will continue to be legal tender, the Bank of England has reassured consumers.

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‘A moment of the greatest sadness’: King Charles III first statement

King Charles has succeeded his mother Queen Elizabeth as Monarch and described the death of his “beloved Mother”, as the “greatest sadness” for...

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Union flag flies at half mast above Glasgow City Chambers to mark national mourning

The union flag is flying at half mast above the City Chambers. Jacqueline McLaren, Lord Provost of Glasgow said the Queen served with...

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Who is replacing the Queen after her death?

The Queen’s passing at the age of 96 after 70 years on the British throne has meant that a successor must fulfill the...