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Sarah, Duchess of York takes to social media to pay respect to Queen Elizabeth II

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9th September 2022
The former daughter-in-law of Queen Elizabeth II, Sarah, Duchess of York, expressed her grief on social media following the passing of The Queen. On Twitter, the Duchess simply said: “I will miss her more than words can express.” The Duchess shared a different message on Instagram, where she shared a photo of the late Queen smiling on the Buckingham Palace balcony. …
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Black Cabs form an Honour Guard on The Mall

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9th September 2022
Soon after the announcement of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, The Mall was draped in black, thanks to the famous black cabs of England. No blaring horns, but in silence, the black cabs arrived. One by one, lining The Mall, filling the street until it was closed and no…
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The Queen's maternal family sends their condolences on her death

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9th September 2022
The maternal family of the late Queen Elizabeth II have joined the world in paying tribute to the life and legacy of Britain’s longest reigning Monarch. The Bowes Lyon Family, whose family seat is Glamis Castle, released a statement on their official Twitter account that read: “The Bowes Lyon family join with people across the world in mourning the loss of Her Majesty The Queen. Her…
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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 Accession Council will meet on Saturday to officially proclaim King Charles III

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9th September 2022
The official proclamation of Charles III as King will take place on September 10th 2022 in London. The Accession Council will meet then at St. James’ Palace. Charles III became King at the moment Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died. The meeting of the Accession Council formally declares his reign. The Council is made up of over 700 people, including the whole Privy Council, senior…
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