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21 April 1926 to 8 September 2022
Arrangements following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. On 8 September 2022 Buckingham Palace announced the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
A period of national mourning commenced with the announcement and will continue until the state funeral. During this time, the Government has issued guidance and outlined principles for the public, organisations and businesses for observing the period of mourning including information on ceremonial events in central London.
Visit the remembrance site and contribute to the Book of Condolence.
Find out information on travelling in and around central London during the period of mourning.
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