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Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, has died at Balmoral aged 96, after reigning for 70 years.

Her family gathered at her Scottish estate after concerns grew about her health earlier on Thursday.

The Queen came to the throne in 1952 and witnessed enormous social change.

With her death, her eldest son Charles, the former Prince of Wales, will lead the country in mourning as the new King and head of state for 14 Commonwealth realms.

In a statement, Buckingham Palace said: "The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.

"The King and the Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."

All the Queen's children travelled to Balmoral, near Aberdeen, after doctors placed the Queen under medical supervision.

Her grandson, Prince William, is also there, with his brother, Prince Harry, on his way.

Queen Elizabeth II's tenure as head of state spanned post-war austerity, the transition from empire to Commonwealth, the end of the Cold War and the UK's entry into - and withdrawal from - the European Union.

Her reign spanned 15 prime ministers starting with Winston Churchill, born in 1874, and including Liz Truss, born 101 years later in 1975, and appointed by the Queen earlier this week.

She held weekly audiences with her prime minister throughout her reign.

The Queen was born Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor, in Mayfair, London, on 21 April 1926.

BBC
 
Incredibly sad.

She was the one constant in almost all of our lives.

RIP Queen Elisabeth II
 
Not shocking, but this is sad such news. I feel a part of my existence has died with her.

I was born in her reign, and for nearly 50 years, she existed in the background, an unchanging presence, above politics.

70 year reign, many people don’t even live up to 70.

We now have a new King.

State funeral, days off, coronation, all happening in coming weeks. Currency change, Stamps changed, anything bearing the Queen’s head, now changes.

I have tears in my eyes.
 
My wife is in tears.

I feel emotional.

Condolences to Her Majesty’s family.
 
Moving pictures on BBC. Buckingham Palace guards put a notice on the gates, the Queen has died.

I haven’t felt like this since Diana died.
 
I am on the verge of crying. I don't care much about the royal family, but I have always liked Queen Elizabeth. She was a very classy lady and she has been a part of the British history for 70 years. It will feel so weird to not have her around anymore. It won't be the same.

May she rest in peace!
 
RIP. Although I'm not a Royalist and recognise the problematic history of the monarchy - there was never across 70 years any hint of personal scandal or misdemeanour.

She exemplified dignity and stability. She had a good innings - 96 and Out. RIP. Thoughts with her family.
 
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon.<br><br>The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow. <a href="https://t.co/VfxpXro22W">pic.twitter.com/VfxpXro22W</a></p>— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) <a href="https://twitter.com/RoyalFamily/status/1567928275913121792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
 
RIP to the queen, merits of monarchy aside she fulfilled her role with dignity and competency. she will be remembered with respect across the world.
 
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">A statement from His Majesty The King: <a href="https://t.co/AnBiyZCher">pic.twitter.com/AnBiyZCher</a></p>— The Royal Family (@RoyalFamily) <a href="https://twitter.com/RoyalFamily/status/1567936934290329608?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
 
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">7 Decades, 15 Prime Ministers. 1 Queen. <br><br>Had the honor of meeting her during 1999 World Cup. <br>Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/QueenElizabeth?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#QueenElizabeth</a> <a href="https://t.co/u1v9zieCRL">pic.twitter.com/u1v9zieCRL</a></p>— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) <a href="https://twitter.com/shoaib100mph/status/1567938871949930496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 8, 2022</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
 
Commiserations to our Brit, Canada, Australian (& other commonwealth) members. I am personally against idolizing anybody due to a mere circumstance of birth, but recognize the sentimental attachment people had with her. May her soul RIP.
 
King Charles III is confirmed to be the name of the new UK monarch.
 
Incredible really, here in Australia, watching Justin Trudeau talk about being her Prime Minister in Canada, and realising that his Dad was her Prime Minister too!
 
The Palace has officially called Camilla Queen Consort, so it’s official.
 
Operation London Bridge has now taken effect.

This is basically the course of action when the Queen dies.

The day of the Queen’s death is known internally as “D-Day,” according to the report, with subsequent days leading up to the funeral know as “D+1,” “D+2,” “D+3,” and so forth. The Queen’s funeral is expected to be held 10 days after her death.

On D+2, the Queen’s coffin will return to Buckingham Palace, Politico reports. Also citing the London Bridge plan, the Guardian reported in 2017 that, in the event of the Queen’s death at Balmoral, her coffin would be transferred to Holyroodhouse Palace in Edinburgh before being transported back to London on the Royal Train. Politico reports that there is also a contingency plan in place to transport her coffin back to London by plane.

On the morning of D+3, King Charles will reportedly receive Parliament’s message of condolence at Parliament’s historic Westminster Hall, before embarking on a tour of the U.K.

On D+5 the Queen’s coffin will reportedly be taken from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall. She will then lie in state for three days, according to Politico. Dating back to the 11th century, the cavernous Westminster Hall is the oldest part of the Palace of Westminster, which houses the U.K. Parliament. In February 1952 the Queen’s father, King George VI, also lay in state at Westminster Hall.

Throughout this time, the U.K. will also be making plans to host heads of state and dignitaries from across the world for the queen’s funeral, as well as orchestrating plans for the throng of people expected to flood London for the historic event.

A state funeral will be held at Westminster Abbey on D+10.
 
Tomorrow’s Test match between Eng and South Africa has been called off until further notice.
 
The following will change in due course.

Paper currency.
Coins.
Stamps.
National Anthem.

Oh man, so emotional. Truly an end of an era. No one under the age 70, born and living in the UK, has known anything else.
 
Rest in Peace.

She was a dignified lady

Condolences to all English posters here. Truly a sad news because we saw her in the news whenever UK was discussed.

I wonder how much toll would this have on the economy if all paper money has to be replaced. Surely, some amendments to the constitution regarding this would take place as it makes the economy vulnerable when the head of state passes away.
 
Queen's health took a turn for the worse after the death of her beloved husband last year. I knew after Philip's death, that Queen won't be around for very long and sadly just over a year later, she too is gone. It is really sad.
 
One of the most significant events in modern history. She was a national treasure - a British symbol. A part of the national identity.

As mentioned above, it will be a massive change for any British under the age of 70. It is completely understandable why a lot of British people are tearing up over this news.
 
Such a selfless Human being. My Mrs who is native English is a emotional wreck such is the sense of loss. Just cant get over it.
 
Major said:
Rest in Peace.

She was a dignified lady

Condolences to all English posters here. Truly a sad news because we saw her in the news whenever UK was discussed.

I wonder how much toll would this have on the economy if all paper money has to be replaced. Surely, some amendments to the constitution regarding this would take place as it makes the economy vulnerable when the head of state passes away.
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Money won't be replaced. Any new notes will have the king on.
.I'm no royalist but even I'm upset tonight.

Hugely sad day for the country
 
cpleigh said:
Money won't be replaced. Any new notes will have the king on.
.I'm no royalist but even I'm upset tonight.

Hugely sad day for the country
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Old money (Queen’s head) will eventually be replaced, but will remain legal tender until all notes and coins are replaced. National Anthem has changed immediately; stamps will be replaced too.
 
The Crown Prosecution Service has announced that all Queen’s Counsels will now be King’s Counsels.
 
Royal Mint site message:

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Many people trying to buy coins with face of QE2. These will now become collector items as the Royal Mint will no longer mint QE2 coins.
 
Very sad and sombre day.

She was a constant throughout my life. A long and selfless life lived with enduring dignity, loyalty, dedication and service to her nation and subjects.

Rest in peace Queen Elizabeth II
 
Queen Elizabeth II was a dignified who was so progressive for someone born almost 100 years ago. This was evident by the fact she welcomed and embraced people from all backgrounds.

Queen Elizabeth has seen so much in her life including WW2, where she served in the army.


After 70 years, it's hard to imagine Britain without her. RIP Queen Elizabeth II.
 
Technics 1210 said:
The following will change in due course.

Paper currency.
Coins.
Stamps.
National Anthem.

Oh man, so emotional. Truly an end of an era. No one under the age 70, born and living in the UK, has known anything else.
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Also things like Her Majesty's Armed Forces, and Her Majesty's Treasury, etc will be changes to His Majesty's.
 
So the Queen’s regnal & personal wealth will be inherited by Charles & he wont pay any inheritance tax on it either!
 
What happens after the Queen's death?
Secret plans for the detailed course of events after the death of Queen Elizabeth II have been ready for a long time

LONDON:
The day has come, setting into motion a minutely devised protocol. "London Bridge is down" — after the Queen passed away today at her Scottish estate, Balmoral, the Prime Minister was informed of the event by way of that code phrase on a secure telephone line.

Next, a long chain of communication ensued, with the cabinet secretary and senior ministers then notified — and requested to keep the information confidential. Only then did the official announcement go to the press. Within 10 minutes, all flags on public buildings were lowered to half-mast and bells tolled.

Buckingham Palace and government social media channels carried black banners, and a mourning notice was posted on a black background.

10 days to the state funeral

Meanwhile, the heir to the throne, Prince Charles, has to prepare for his address to the nation as the new head of state, followed by a memorial service at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.

For the next 10 days, until the Queen's funeral, all government business will rest. The "London Bridge" protocol, however, continues; each day following what is termed "D-Day" (the day of the Queen's death) is numbered.

D-Day+1 and a new King

Prince Charles will officially be proclaimed the new king. Charles' enthronement is codenamed Operation Spring Tide. The new King then has his first audience with the prime minister and the cabinet.

The following day, Elizabeth's coffin will be taken to Buckingham Palace, to be received by the prime minister and members of the Cabinet. Since the monarch died in Balmoral in Scotland, Operation UNICORN will be triggered which means her body will be taken to London by royal train. If that's not possible, Operation OVERSTUDY kicks in — meaning the coffin will be transferred by plane.

On Day 3, the new king is scheduled to receive condolences at Westminster in the morning. In the afternoon, he sets out on his journey across the United Kingdom, which first takes him to Scotland.

D-Day+4 to D-Day+9, Operations Lion and Feather

While the new sovereign visits Northern Ireland, Operation Lion will be rehearsed in London. It is the procession of the royal coffin from Buckingham Palace to the Palace of Westminster, the seat of government.

After the coffin arrives at the Palace of Westminster Palace, there will be a church service. The Queen will lie in state for four days in Westminster Hall in an operation codenamed Feather. People will be able to pay their respects to the Queen around the clock. Meanwhile, the proceedings of the state funeral will be rehearsed, and King Charles will visit Wales.

D-Day+10 and a state funeral

The state funeral is to be held at Westminster Abbey. Nationwide, there will be two minutes of silence at noon. The day of the funeral is to be a "Day of National Mourning;" employers are free to give their employees the day off if it is a weekday.

The state funeral will be followed by a procession to St. George's Chapel at Windsor Castle, with a final farewell to the Queen during a service.

Queen Elizabeth will be laid to rest in the King George VI Memorial Chapel at Windsor Castle — side by side with her husband Prince Philip, who died in April 2021, and who will now be moved from the royal crypt to the family tomb.

Express Tribune
 
IMMY69 said:
Incredibly sad.

She was the one constant in almost all of our lives.

RIP Queen Elisabeth II
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I feel bereaved.

She was the one British institution which retained integrity and never corroded. The still small voice of calm, duty and service in a seventy-year tempest of social change.

Long live King Charles III.
 
How many % of UK's population only saw her as the monarch? Would be very high.

RIP.
 
What a loss for us Brits....she is all we have known....(anyone under 75). She served the country with dedication and at times probably at the expense of her family. Ultimately the biggest loss will be for her family....may she rest in peace with her husband.
 
<b><I>National life after Queen's death</I></b>

While a carefully-planned timetable of official events will unfold separately, the Queen's death will have a major impact on daily life in the UK. Most details are to be confirmed, but here is what to expect.

<b>Will there be a bank holiday?</b>

The funeral is expected to be held at Westminster Abbey in about 10 or 11 days' time, with the date to be confirmed by Buckingham Palace. It is likely to be declared a bank holiday, but this will be confirmed by the palace and government.

<b>Will schools close?</b>

If a bank holiday is declared, schools will be closed. It is not yet clear if they will close at all before then. The Department for Education and devolved administrations are expected to issue advice.

<b>Will events be cancelled?</b>

Sporting fixtures scheduled on Friday have largely been cancelled, including football matches in the English Football League and Northern Ireland Football League.

All racing has been postponed by the British Horseracing Authority, and in golf there will be no play at the BMW PGA Championship on Friday.

Stage six of the Tour of Britain cycling race, set to take place on Friday, will not go ahead.

And the second day of the Test cricket match between England and South Africa on Friday has been postponed, with no confirmation on whether the rest of the five-day game will take place.

The BBC Proms on Thursday and Friday have been cancelled, along with the Last Night of the Proms on Saturday.

Theatre performances across the UK are expected to continue, observing a minute's silence.

The award ceremony of the Mercury Music Prize was cancelled on Thursday evening after the news was announced.

<b>Will rail and postal strikes go ahead?</b>

The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union has announced that planned strikes on 15 and 17 September will be cancelled as a mark of respect.

The Transport Salaried Staffs Association has also called off planned strikes in September.

Postal strikes on Friday have also been cancelled by the Communication Workers Union (CWU).

<b>Will there be any other memorial services before the funeral?</b>

There will be a remembrance service at St Paul's Cathedral on Friday, attended by the prime minister and other senior ministers.

Because the Queen died in Scotland, her coffin will lie at rest at St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh. The public may be allowed to file past after a few days.

<b>Queen Elizabeth II: Plans for her lying in state and funeral</b>

The coffin will then be flown to London, where hundreds of thousands of people will be allowed to file past over a period of four days' lying in state at Westminster Hall.

The union flag will be flown at half mast on government buildings until the morning after the funeral.

Flags will return to full mast for a 24-hour period beginning at 13:00 BST on Saturday to mark the proclamation of Charles as King, before returning to half mast.

On Friday, bells will toll in tribute to the Queen at Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral and Windsor Castle.

Gun salutes of 96 rounds to mark each year of the Queen’s life will be fired in Hyde Park and elsewhere.

BBC
 
Robert said:
I feel bereaved.

She was the one British institution which retained integrity and never corroded. The still small voice of calm, duty and service in a seventy-year tempest of social change.

Long live King Charles III.
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Condolences to her family..

Nows the time Monarchy is abolished, empire died a long time ago.
 
Majestic_Inzi said:
Condolences to her family..

Nows the time Monarchy is abolished, empire died a long time ago.
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whilst i dont agree with a monarchy which exerts political influence, with time i think royal titular head of state in a constitutional monarchy, who can exert limited soft influence is better than a political appointee.

i couldnt stand another cycle of elections anymore tbh. the eventual head of state would just become an extension of the existing political parties. maybe some day when we have devolved into more localised rule, a non-aligned president may work, but i dont think itll work today.
 
Trevor Sinclair drew heavy criticism for a Twitter post following the death of the long-reigning monarch

Former England football star Trevor Sinclair has ignited outrage after questioning why “black and brown” people should mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, suggesting that racism has “thrived” during her reign.

The UK descended into mourning on Thursday after the news that the monarch had passed away at the age of 96 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

A message from Sinclair’s Twitter account appeared in the hours which followed and read: “Racism was outlawed in England in the 60’s & it’s been allowed to thrive so why should black and brown mourn!!”
 
Majestic_Inzi said:
Condolences to her family..

Nows the time Monarchy is abolished, empire died a long time ago.
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The Monarchy was there centuries before the Empire and has outlasted it. There is no popular will to end it as we would have to elect an executive President. Won’t happen in my lifetime.

I would be keener to have a written constitution, change the voting system to PR, and also replace the House of Lords with a Senate.
 
BBC running with this in the live feed: "She picked us up when we were down"

Exactly what did the Queen or any royal do to pick us up?
 
Majestic_Inzi said:
Condolences to her family..

Nows the time Monarchy is abolished, empire died a long time ago.
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To be honest the British public support for the monarchy will now be higher than ever, so an abolishment is the opposite of what will happen.
 
<b>King Charles to address nation as monarch for first time</b>

King Charles III is expected to address the nation for the first time as sovereign at 18:00 BST, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.
He greeted crowds outside Buckingham Palace on his return to London with Camilla, the new Queen Consort.
A seemingly endless line of well-wishers held outstretched hands towards the King, passing on their condolences.
The Queen, Britain's longest-reigning monarch, died peacefully at Balmoral in Scotland on Thursday.
The sun shone brightly as King Charles emerged from the state limousine outside Buckingham Palace to shake hands with people who had gathered there.
With cheers and spontaneous shouts of "God save the King", the crowd swelled against barriers assembled across the entire length of the palace forecourt.
Camilla, the new Queen Consort, held back while the King greeted people. The couple went to look at the hundreds of floral tributes laid outside the palace.
They then walked through the gates and on into the palace quadrangle, as the Royal Standard was raised on the roof, signalling the monarch's presence.
The moment could be a glimpse of the King's future style as monarch, our royal correspondent Sean Coughlan said, ahead of some tough days as he takes on one of the highest profile jobs in the world.

At Westminster, where MPs are paying tribute to the Queen, new Prime Minister Liz Truss described her as "one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known".
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said her death "robs our country of its stillest point, its greatest comfort, at precisely a time when we need those things most".
Former PM Boris Johnson, who met the Queen at Balmoral on Tuesday to stand down, described the Queen as "Elizabeth the Great", adding she had "worked so hard for the good of her country, not just now but for generations to come".
There will be a remembrance service at St Paul's at about 18:00, attended by senior politicians.
It will also be open to the public and 2,000 tickets were released on a first-come-first-served basis.
Charles will be officially proclaimed King at the Accession Council at 10:00 on Saturday in a ceremony televised for the first time.

The bells of St Paul's Cathedral, Westminster Abbey and Windsor Castle rang out at noon on Friday in tribute to her life and service.
There have been gatherings and outpourings of emotion at Balmoral, Buckingham Palace and Windsor.
Members of the public have travelled to leave flowers, messages of thanks and condolence for the Queen and Royal Family, with many visibly tearful or overcome with emotion.
Union jacks are being flown at half mast and Lords and MPs have gathered to pay tribute to her momentous 70-year reign.
Gun salutes were fired in London's Hyde Park, the Tower of London and on board Royal Navy ships at 13:00. Ninety-six rounds are being fired to mark each year of her life.
Thousands of people watched a procession of 71 horses gallop into position in Hyde Park ahead of the tribute.
The Accession Council on Saturday will be attended by his son the Duke of Cornwall and Cambridge on Saturday.
It is also attended by invited Privy Councillors and current serving government ministers - but that could also include former ministers, prime ministers, and senior clergy.
After the meeting, the Principal Proclamation, announcing Charles as sovereign, will be read at 11:00 from the balcony overlooking Friary Court at St James's Palace, central London.

Premier League and English Football league fixtures this weekend have been postponed as a mark of respect.
Gun salutes are being fired and church bells have tolled as the UK pays tribute to the Queen's reign.
The King will address the nation after holding an audience with the prime minister.
All of the Queen's children and her grandchildren, the Duke of Cambridge and Duke of Sussex, travelled to Balmoral, near Aberdeen, on Thursday after the Queen's doctors became concerned about her health.
Prince Harry left Balmoral on Friday morning to travel to Aberdeen airport, where he was seen placing an arm around a member of staff.

On Friday, the palace released some details of plans over the coming days, with King Charles declaring a period of Royal mourning be observed for seven days after the funeral of his mother.
The date of the funeral is yet to be revealed, but it is expected to be in the next two weeks.
Before that, the the Queen's coffin will lie at rest in Edinburgh for 24 hours in the coming days and will then move to London to lie in state.
While it is lying in state in Westminster Hall, the coffin will will rest on a raised platform and members of the public will be allowed to file past and pay their respects.
There will be no physical book of condolences for members of the public to sign, but the palace has opened an online book of condolences for those who wish to leave messages.
The government has said it expects large crowds to gather in central London and other Royal Residences as a mark of respect, warning there could be some travel disruption, traffic delays and significant crowding.
Members of the public have been asked to leave their flower tributes in designated areas at Royal Residences.

The government has published guidance for the period of national mourning, to run until the day of the Queen's funeral, which says:
— there is no obligation on organisations to suspend business
— public services will run as normal, although there may be some changes to availability
— no requirement to cancel or postpone events and sport fixtures, or close entertainment venues
— public museums, galleries or similar venues are not obliged to shut.

The Cabinet met on Friday morning, with the only item on the agenda to pay tribute to the Queen.
There will also be a rare Saturday sitting of the House of Commons, where senior MPs will gather to take an oath of allegiance to the new King from 14:00.
 
James said:
To be honest the British public support for the monarchy will now be higher than ever, so an abolishment is the opposite of what will happen.
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Because we've never had a debate, many in UK are ignorant of the history of the Royal Family, as the truth is never taught in schools.

I wont debate this on this thread but we should have a new thread to discuss this. Trevor Sinclair has a right to freedom to speech but many are attacking him with racism too.
 
Harry and Meghan's children become Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet

London (CNN)Following the death of the Queen, Harry and Meghan's children have become His Royal Highness Prince Archie of Sussex and Her Royal Highness Princess Lilibet of Sussex.

The change is a result of conventions created over a century ago. Under rules set out by George V in 1917, the grandchildren of the monarch automatically receive royal titles.
As grandchildren of King Charles III, Archie and Lilibet now have the right to be prince and princess, whereas they did not immediately qualify as the great-grandchildren of the Queen.

Meghan last year made a damning suggestion that this title might be denied to Archie because of his mixed-race ancestry. In an interview with broadcaster Oprah Winfrey, the Duchess of Sussex said a member of the royal family had expressed "concerns and conversations about how dark his skin might be when he was born."
"That was relayed to me from Harry. Those were conversations that the family had with him," Meghan added, but declined to reveal who was involved in those conversations. "That would be very damaging to them," she said.

The duchess said these comments were made at the same time as the couple were told Archie wouldn't have security or an official title. She said there had also been "conversations" while she was pregnant about the convention being changed once Charles became King, meaning Archie would lose his right to a title.
She insisted to Winfrey that her concern over her son's right to the title of prince was linked to her desire for him to be given police protection. Lilibet was born after the interview was conducted.

Buckingham Palace told CNN at the time of Archie's birth in 2019 that the Duke and Duchess of Sussex had chosen not to use any title at all for their son.

Meghan rejected that suggestion in her interview with Winfrey, saying: "It's not our decision to make, right."
There has been no indication that the King intends to make any changes to the convention.

Harry and Meghan announced in 2020 that they would step back from royal duties and "work to become financially independent." It was agreed that they would remain part of the family, but the couple renounced their HRH titles. It is unlikely that Harry, Charles' son, will be offered a royal office unless he and Meghan resume their duties.

While several members of the royal family, including Harry, traveled to Balmoral Castle on Thursday after Buckingham Palace announced "concern" surrounding the Queen's condition, Meghan did not accompany her husband.

CNN
 
Kisses for the King: Charles greets hundreds of well-wishers outside Buckingham Palace

The King and His Queen Consort met their new subjects for the first time during an impromptu walkabout at Buckingham Place on Friday afternoon.

After flying down from Balmoral, they arrived in the State Rolls Royce shortly after 2.15pm, stopping at the gates, and immediately headed towards the crowds outside their new royal residence.

The prince, in a black suit and tie, was the picture of composure despite his grief, shaking hundreds of hands the length of the palace forecourt.

His arrival was signalled by cheers and cries of “God Bless The King!” as it approached.

Bodyguards and Clarence House staff awaited his arrival including his equerry and the Earl of Rosslyn, his Master of the Household. He was accompanied by his private secretary, Sir Clive Alderton.

As she shook hands people openly wept and cried “we’re so sorry”, “we’re so sorry for your loss”.

Victoria Binkey, 51, from Rutland, grabbed his hands and kissed them.

“You are so kind,” Charles said.

She explained afterwards that she hadn’t planned to do it but suddenly felt the need.

Other shouts of “we wish you success” and “thank you Charles, God Bless You” followed his progress.

Another woman grabbed his arm and said: “Good luck my darling, you are a good man.”

Another woman wept as she spoke to the Prince. “God Bless The Queen and God Bless You.”

The king didn’t stop, determined to meet as many people as possible.

MSN
 
James said:
To be honest the British public support for the monarchy will now be higher than ever, so an abolishment is the opposite of what will happen.
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I think KC3 has enormous goodwill right now. The people's love of QE2 has transferred onto him, at least for the moment.

What kind of King he will be depends on him. Of course he will be constrained by his role. Though it is rumoured that he wants to change KH8's title "Defender of the Faith" - conveyed by the Pope and inherited by every Monarch since - to "Defender of Faith" - meaning Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, Paganism etc. as well as Christianity.

Looking forward to Christmas Day at 3 pm. God Save the King!
 
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KingKhanWC said:
Because we've never had a debate, many in UK are ignorant of the history of the Royal Family, as the truth is never taught in schools.

I wont debate this on this thread but we should have a new thread to discuss this. Trevor Sinclair has a right to freedom to speech but many are attacking him with racism too.
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Ok. I have unlocked the Royal Family thread lower down in Time Pass. This can be used.
 
James said:
Ok. I have unlocked the Royal Family thread lower down in Time Pass. This can be used.
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Thanks James, I have started a thread. No disrespect to the late Queen but now since Charles has already been named as Charles III we should discuss if we want him as King.
 
Having just heard King Charles’ address to the nation, humane, moving and ringing with dignity and authenticity, I think he is going to be fine.
 
Robert said:
Having just heard King Charles’ address to the nation, humane, moving and ringing with dignity and authenticity, I think he is going to be fine.
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It was a good statement, he did very well.
 
Majestic_Inzi said:
Condolences to her family..

Nows the time Monarchy is abolished, empire died a long time ago.
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Further to this: Elizabeth renounced the title of Empress at her Accession to the throne. This allowed the colonies to decide how they would address her and her institution. For that era, this was progressive.
 
James said:
It was a good statement, he did very well.
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Noting the reference to Harry and Meghan - code for “Back the hell off from my beloved son and my daughter-in-law”.
 
<b>William named Prince of Wales:
Kate follows Diana in becoming Princess of Wales</b>

<I>While Catherine "appreciates the history" associated with the role, she will want to "look to the future as she creates her own path", a source said.</I>

William and Kate have become the new Prince and Princess of Wales, King Charles has said.

It means William is following in his father's footsteps, and Kate has become the first person since Diana, Princess of Wales, to use the title which Diana held when she was married to Charles.

The couple's children are now Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis of Wales.

In a speech to the nation, the King said that "with Catherine beside him, our new Prince and Princess of Wales will, I know, continue to inspire and lead our national conversations, helping to bring the marginal to the centre ground where vital help can be given".

Catherine "appreciates the history associated with this role, but will understandably want to look to the future as she creates her own path", a source said.

"The couple is focussed on deepening the trust and respect of the people of Wales over time," they said, adding the couple would approach their new roles "in the modest and humble way they've approached their work previously".

Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford said King Charles had enjoyed a "long and enduring friendship" with Wales, and the country "looked forward to deepening our relationship with the new Prince and Princess of Wales".

Queen Consort, Camilla, was also technically the Princess of Wales when she married Charles in 2005 but never used the title because of its association with Diana, who died in a car crash in 1997.

Diana was stripped of her HRH style and her title was changed to Diana, Princess of Wales following her divorce the year before she died.

As well as taking the Prince of Wales title previously held by the King, William has assumed his Scottish titles and succeeded him as the Duke of Cornwall.

Therefore, William and Kate are also the Duke and Duchess of Cornwall, and the Duke and Duchess of Rothesay in Scotland.

King Charles said: "I am proud to create him Prince of Wales, Tywysog Cymru, the country whose title I have been so greatly privileged to bear during so much of my life and duty."

He added: "I want also to express my love for Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas."

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Technics 1210 said:
Trevor Sinclair drew heavy criticism for a Twitter post following the death of the long-reigning monarch

Former England football star Trevor Sinclair has ignited outrage after questioning why “black and brown” people should mourn the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, suggesting that racism has “thrived” during her reign.

The UK descended into mourning on Thursday after the news that the monarch had passed away at the age of 96 at Balmoral Castle in Scotland.

A message from Sinclair’s Twitter account appeared in the hours which followed and read: “Racism was outlawed in England in the 60’s & it’s been allowed to thrive so why should black and brown mourn!!”
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Not surprised. People like Trevor Sinclair love to play the race card. These people are experts in that. Pathetic individuals.
 
The_KING said:
Not surprised. People like Trevor Sinclair love to play the race card. These people are experts in that. Pathetic individuals.
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Trevor Sinclair has been stood down by Talksport amid investigations after he suggested black and Asian communities should not mourn the Queen.

The radio station has confirmed the former England footballer "will not be on air" while it establishes the "circumstances and timing" of his controversial tweet.

Within two hours of Buckingham Palace confirming the Queen's death, Sinclair wrote online: "Racism was outlawed in England in the 60’s & its [sic] been allowed to thrive so why should black & brown mourn!! #queen."

The post prompted hundreds of angry replies, with many calling for a boycott of Talksport unless he was sacked. The former England midfielder had been on presenting duties for the station earlier on Thursday at Doncaster Racecourse.

Sinclair's verified account appeared to be re-activated on Friday with an apology.

(The Telegraph)
 
President visits British HC, offers condolences
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also writes condolence letter to British Prime Minister Liz Truss

ISLAMABAD: President Dr Arif Alvi visited the British High Commission Friday to offer his condolences on the sad demise of Queen Elizabeth-II.

He was received by High Commissioner Christian Turner on his arrival. Recording his remarks in the condolence book, the president wrote: “With a heavy heart on behalf of the people of Pakistan, I convey my profound condolences on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth-II.

Her sad passing away marks the end of an era spanning over a period of seven decades which was characterised by Her Majesty’s graceful service to the British people and the Commonwealth. Her Majesty’s life was devoted to public service and she performed her duties with dignity. I will always cherish my memory of seeing her as a 12-year-old when she came to Pakistan in 1961. She was a symbol of poise, grace and dignity. I offer my heartfelt condolences again to the royal family and to the people of the United Kingdom.”

Later, talking to the British high commissioner, the president shared his fond memories of the late Queen’s visit to Pakistan and said she was a visionary stateswoman of unmatched dignity and grace. “Her unwavering commitment to duty, patronage to charities to uplift less privileged people and continued efforts to promote peace around the world were exceptional,” he added.

The British high commissioner said the late Queen had a special place for Pakistan and in one of her last messages, she expressed her solidarity with flood victims.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif wrote a condolence letter to British Prime Minister Liz Truss, conveying his grief to the Royal family over the death of Queen Elizabeth-II. “Under her leadership, the Commonwealth became the biggest association of sovereign states. Besides her services for the public, the presence of Queen Elizabeth remained a symbol of unity and brotherhood. Being head of the Commonwealth and the United Kingdom, the people of Pakistan always showed reverence to her,” he added.

The prime minister said that the he along with the whole Pakistani nation shared the grief of the British royal family, the UK government as well as the people.

Senate Chairman Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani, along with senators Dilawar Khan and Naseebullah Bazai, visited the British High Commission to offer condolences. Recording his impressions in the condolence book, the Senate chairman said, “The passing away of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth-II is a huge loss for the Royal family, people of the UK and Commonwealth countries, and the people of Pakistan. In her majesty, we have lost a true friend, dynamic leader and a matchless visionary”.

The News PK
 
Depressing that both the Governor General of Australia and Prime Minister of New Zealand have confirmed they they were informed of HM’s death two hours before the official announcement, and only 45 minutes after the public announcement that the Queen was to be placed under more intensive medical supervision.

Privacy is fine, but pointless dishonesty helps no one.
 
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