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What are the rules for flying flags at half mast following the death of The Queen

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9th September 2022
Across the nation, flags will be at half-mast following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Following the announcement of her death, The College of Arms issued official flag instructions. The instructions state flags must be lowered to half-mast as soon as possible. If a flag other than the Union flag is flown, these flags can be replaced by the Union flag at half-mast. It is also noted banners…
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The King pays tribute to "a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother"

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8th September 2022
The King has released a moving statement following the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II. In full, His Majesty said: “The death of my beloved Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a moment of the greatest sadness for me and all members of my family. “We mourn profoundly the passing of a cherished Sovereign and a much-loved Mother.  I know her loss will be deeply felt…
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All four of The Queen's children arrive at Balmoral to be by Her Majesty's side

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8th September 2022
All four of The Queen’s children have travelled to Balmoral Castle to be by The Queen’s side. The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall were confirmed to have arrived at Balmoral by Clarence House following the news that Her Majesty had been placed under medical supervision. Kensington Palace similarly confirmed that Prince William had made the journey to be with his…
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The Queen prepares to appoint Liz Truss as her 15th Prime Minister

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5th September 2022
The Queen will appoint Liz Truss as her next Prime Minister following the 47-year-old MPs successful election to become Leader of the Conservative Party. Ms Truss defeated Rishi Sunak in the leadership contest to replace outgoing PM Boris Johnson. Both Johnson and Truss will travel to Balmoral Castle on Tuesday 6th September where there will be a changing of power. Firstly, Mr Johnson…
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