With the death of Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled for more than 70 years, the UK has been plunged into mourning and at least 10 days of a solemn ceremony.
Following centuries of tradition, this period of mourning involves a carefully choreographed calendar of events that have been planned by Buckingham Palace for decades.
Few have witnessed anything like the carefully detailed plan, which includes a tribute from the armed forces, bells ringing across the country, and millions gathering to pay tribute.
Britain is in a period of official national mourning that lasts until the queen’s funeral on September 19.
10 days of mourning off “school and work”
Schools will be closed on the day of Elizabeth II’s funeral as a bank holiday.
The King announced the new bank holiday for England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland.
According to Operation London Bridge, her funeral would take place 10 days after her death.
Elizabeth II died on Thursday, September 8.
The Queen’s funeral will take place on Monday, September 19 at 11 a.m.
Schools will be closed that day.
Do schools close during national mourning?
Do schools close during the national mourning?
A period of mourning will begin after the death of Elizabeth II. The Department for Education has advised schools to remain open at this time.
A statement sent to schools and colleges said “normal attendance is expected” but “principals continue to have the power to authorize leaves of absence for students in exceptional circumstances.”
Flag at half mast meaning
Flags fly at half-staff and condolence books have been opened for people to pay their respects.
As the Queen died at Balmoral, her body will be laid to rest at Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, before being carried down the Royal Mile to St Giles’ Cathedral.
She will eventually ride the Royal Train to Buckingham Palace to rest in the throne room.
As a show of respect, some events and activities will be canceled until after the Queen’s funeral.
The BBC will suspend all standard programming and offer coverage of the event.
Shops will close or operate for reduced hours on the day of the Queen’s funeral, while all comedy events will be canceled during the period of national mourning.
12 Days of Mourning off School
Schools and colleges will remain open after the Queen’s death, the government has said.
What Happens in the 12 days of Mourning?
Here’s the day-by-day account of what’s expected to happen next, ahead of the Queen’s funeral in about 11 days.
London Bridge is Down Protocol
In the plans that exist for the Queen’s death, there are many versions, held by Buckingham Palace, the government, and the BBC.
Operation London Bridge vs Operation Unicorn
Under “Operation Unicorn”, the body of the Queen will be transferred from Balmoral Castle to its neighboring palace, in Edinburgh.
What happens when the Queen turns 100?
The Queen is 96 years old at the time of her death and she is the longest-serving monarch in British history.
The Queen who saved a Kingdom
Elizabeth II
Born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary, 21 April 1926
Dead 8 September 2022
What is the Protocol when the Monarch Dies?
Following the death of Her Majesty The Queen, all official flags must be flown at half-staff.