A parade of world leaders from all corners of the world is descending on London Monday to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Sept. 8 at the age of 96.. Members of the public will be able to pay to see the ledger stone in person from Thursday. All four royals were members of the Order of the Garter, the most senior order of knighthood in the British honours system. The Queen of Denmark has tested positive for Covid-19 for the second time this year, the Danish Royal Court has confirmed. Image source, PA Media 19 September. Looking ahead to the Queen's funeral, the King expressed his hope that despite the sorrow felt around the nation and Commonwealth people would "remember and draw strength from the light of her example". The guest list has not been confirmed, but here's what we know about who was and wasn't in attendance, according to BBC reports. The service in the evening followed the public elements of the day - the Queen's state funeral at Westminster Abbey and committal service in Windsor. Speaking about his wife during his first speech as monarch, King Charles said: "I know she will bring to the demands of her new role the steadfast devotion to duty on which I have come to rely so much.". Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, died aged 96, after reigning for 70 years. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". Queen Elizabeth II made personal additions to plans for her funeral day, Buckingham Palace has said. 2022 BBC. The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The State Funeral for Her Majesty The Queen. At 06:32 BST, the final mourner filed past the Queen's coffin at Westminster Hall as her four-and-a-half-day lying-in-state drew to a close. 2022 BBC. 2022 BBC. The Queen's state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey in London, the historic church where Britain's kings and queens are crowned. Queen Elizabeth II's body will lie in state until the day of the funeral, which will be a public holiday. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. With cheers and spontaneous shouts of "God save the King", the crowd swelled against barriers assembled across the entire length of the palace forecourt. There was also an expression of love for "Harry and Meghan as they continue to build their lives overseas". That ended years of debate over what she would become known as. While it is lying in state in Westminster Hall, members of the public will be allowed to file past and pay their respects. A two-minute national silence was held at its end. He spoke in a room used by his mother for Christmas messages and in front of a posy of sweet peas and rosemary meant to represent remembrance. Video, 00:00:52 David Beckham's 12-hour wait to mourn Queen Catherine wore it for the first time in 2017 to celebrate the Queen and Prince Phillip's 70th wedding anniversary and later for his funeral in 2021. U.S. President Joe Biden was in attendance alongside first lady Jill Biden. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. It was broadcast shortly before a national minute's silence held across the UK on Sunday at 20:00 BST. Queen Elizabeth II, photographed in Scotland, June 28, 2022, and world leaders who will be attending the late monarch's state funeral on Monday September 19, 2022 in London. WATCH: A glimpse inside King Charles's first audience with PM Liz Truss. The Queen's state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey in London, the historic church where Britain's kings and queens are crowned. Some information on this website may be out-of-date following the death of Queen Elizabeth. A one-minute silence was held across the UK at 20:00 BST on Sunday 18 September, the night before the Queen's funeral. Play video Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II from BBC. Nation pays final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II. "Although she was probably working, you know with her red boxes throughout, she could have her family to stay, she could do the things she loved," she said. Queen Elizabeth II's body will lie in state until the day of the funeral, which will be a public holiday. At 06:32 BST, the final mourner filed past the Queen's coffin at Westminster Hall as her four-and-a-half-day lying-in-state drew to a close. It saw the first official rendition of the national anthem - God Save the King - since Charles became monarch. "I probably wasn't firing on all cylinders, quite nervous and, for some unknown reason, I put on a pair of shoes and one had an inch heel and one had a two-inch heel," Camilla said. It included a headline announcement that Prince William and Kate would become Prince and Princess of Wales, handing on to the next generation. Outcry over Saudi prince's invitation to funeral. Lady Susan Hussey, a royal aide who resigned on Wednesday over "unacceptable" comments made to a guest at Buckingham Palace, was one of Queen Elizabeth II's closest confidantes.. Hussey, 83, was a lady-in-waiting to the late Queen Elizabeth, a nonsalaried role given to aristocratic women who acted as personal assistants to the monarch. Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Watch: King Charles's first speech in full. There will be a 10-day mourning period starting Friday, sources told Insider. Catherine wore it for the first time in 2017 to celebrate the Queen and Prince Phillip's 70th wedding anniversary and later for his funeral in 2021. Prince George, nine, and Princess Charlotte, seven, were the Queen's only great-grandchildren to attend the service. All Rights Reserved. Graphics by Mark Bryson, additional reporting by Daniel Rosney and the Visual Journalism team, Your complete guide to the Queen's funeral. The Queen's state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey in London, the historic church where Britain's kings and queens are crowned. Close friends also attended. It is made of hand-carved Belgian black marble with brass letter inlays, to match the previous ledger stone. All of the UK's surviving former prime ministers were also seated in the quire of the abbey. Read about our approach to external linking. At Westminster Abbey the following day, she sat in the same section as monarchs from other European nations, including King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, Prince Albert II of Monaco and King Philippe of Belgium. The Queue had come to end. WebPlay video Rehearsals by moonlight ahead of Queen's funeral from BBC Rehearsals by moonlight ahead of Queen's funeral. The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. She became queen in 1972 at the age of 32 after the death of her father, King Frederick IX. Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state at Westminster Hall until Monday, the day of her funeral, with the lying-in-state queue stretching as far as Southwark Park. Queen Elizabeth II made personal additions to plans for her funeral day, Buckingham Palace has said. This is because the UK does not have full diplomatic relations with these countries. Alongside British prime ministers past and present, leaders from the Commonwealth of which the queen served as head for all of her reign were present. He announced he had made his son William the Prince of Wales, with his wife Catherine the Princess of Wales - the title last used by William's mother Diana. Sign up for free newsletters and get more CNBC delivered to your inbox. The date of the Queen's funeral is yet to be revealed, but it is expected to be in the next two weeks. They included Belgium's King Philippe and Queen Mathilde, the Netherlands' King Willem-Alexander and his wife, Queen Maxima. Roads blocked as violence continues in Kosovo, Four children fall into icy lake near Birmingham, Hospital hid surgeon's error for seven years, Revolutionary therapy clears girl's incurable cancer, Nasa's Orion capsule makes safe return to Earth, Russian Nobel laureate 'told to turn down award'. She signed her name as Lilibet on the funeral wreath for one of her closest friends Earl Mountbatten. Although nothing is accidental in the royal world and the speech from Buckingham Palace had its own deliberate symbolism. The Queen Consort's children were invited - Laura Lopes, second from left, and Tom Parker Bowles. It is unclear how many of the queen's 12 great-grandchildren would be there. Read about our approach to external linking. Prince Turki Bin Mohammed al Saud attended the funeral instead. (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP) (Photo by SEBASTIEN BOZON/AFP via Getty Images). They were joined by the queen's other grandchildren Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie, Zara Tindall, Peter Phillips, Lady Louise Windsor and James, Viscount Severn and their partners. Play video Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II from BBC. Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan also attended, alongside the King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck. The queue for members of the public to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state has now closed; King Charles thanks people around the world for their support since the death of his mother The palace has released further details of what will happen over the coming days. 19 September. WebSummary. Published 19 September 2022. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". The House of Commons will sit for tributes on Friday, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., according to a tweet from the Parliament . Saudi Arabia's crown prince and de facto leader, Mohammed Bin Salman, was also invited but did not attend, Reuters reported. Video 1 minute 31 seconds Video 1 minute 31 seconds 1:31. Queen Elizabeth II's body will lie in state until the day of the funeral, which will be a public holiday. The ruler has been accused by Western intelligence agencies of involvement in the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, accusations he has denied. She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. Among the familiar faces from around the world at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was actress Sandra Oh. She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. There will be a 10-day mourning period starting Friday, sources told Insider. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. 1:15. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". David Beckham's 12-hour wait to mourn Queen. The Queen's late husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, also called her by the nickname. However, Prince George and Princess Charlotte now second and third in line to the throne, respectively were in attendance. A congregation of around 500 kings and queens, prime ministers and presidents arrived in London over the weekend to pay their respects to the late queen. Read about our approach to external linking. Hundreds of global dignitaries gathered in London on Monday to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, marking a level of ceremony unseen in the U.K. for decades. His sister Lady Sarah Chatto, who was close to the Queen, was also at the service with her husband Daniel Chatto and her two sons. The chapel will reopen to visitors that day, and will be open every day excluding Sundays when it is only open for worshippers. 1:15. Several streaming platforms, including Fubo TV, Sling TV and Peacock, will livestream Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19 at at 11 a.m. BST or 6 a.m. EDT from Westminster Abbey. She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. King Charles III and his wife Camilla, the Queen Consort, sat alongside the Princess Royal and her husband, the Duke of York and the Earl and Countess of Wessex. He concluded: "And to my darling Mama, as you begin your last great journey to join my dear late Papa, I want simply to say this: thank you. King Felipe and Queen Letizia of Spain was also there, alongside the royal families of Norway, Sweden, Denmark and Monaco. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". Human rights groups had criticised the decision to invite Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman. In a statement on the palace website, a spokesperson said she would be recovering at Fredensborg Palace, north of Copenhagen. BBC; has paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in a special BBC programme. Read about our approach to external linking. The Queue had come to end. The last person to view Queen Elizabeth II's lying-in-state says it was "a real privilege" to pay her respects. 2022 CNBC LLC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In all, the funeral is expected to be attended by around 2,000 guests. She tells the BBC that the Queen "carved her own role" in a world dominated by men. Queen Margrethe and Crown Prince Frederik view Queen Elizabeth's coffin at her lying-in-state, Nation pays final farewell to Queen Elizabeth, This was history: solemn, spectacular, intense, Roads blocked as violence continues in Kosovo, Four children fall into icy lake near Birmingham, Hospital hid surgeon's error for seven years, Revolutionary therapy clears girl's incurable cancer, Nasa's Orion capsule makes safe return to Earth, Russian Nobel laureate 'told to turn down award'. Get the latest BBC News on Queen Elizabeth II: breaking news, features, analysis and debate plus audio and video content. "May 'flights of Angels sing thee to thy rest'.". In recent days, Queen Margrethe was pictured at several events in London to mark Queen Elizabeth II's death. And the UK has significantly scaled back its diplomatic presence in Myanmar since a military coup last year. Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state at Westminster Hall until Monday, the day of her funeral, with the lying-in-state queue stretching as far as Southwark Park. Kings and queens, presidents, prime ministers, celebrities and friends from across the globe were among the 2,000 guests at the Queen's funeral service at Westminster Abbey. Other members of the Queen's family sat in the first few rows included her cousins, the Duke of Kent and Prince Michael of Kent. What is a state funeral? Queen's personal touches in plans for funeral day. The doors to Westminster Abbey will then open at 08:00 ahead of the funeral. The Queen's lying-in-state will end at 06:30 BST when the last people will file past her coffin. 2022 BBC. Denmark's Queen Margrethe II - now the only female monarch in the world - sat opposite King Charles close to the coffin. A two-minute national silence was held at its end. But it was an important, tone-setting speech that was absent of any pomposity, promising to serve rather than to rule. The Accession Council and Principal Proclamation. The black burial stone has been set into the floor of the George VI Memorial Chapel, where the monarch was buried on Monday. Published 19 September 2022. There will be a 10-day mourning period starting Friday, sources told Insider. Read about our approach to external linking. North Korea (DPRK) and Nicaragua were invited to send only ambassadors, not heads of state. Earl Spencer, the brother of the late Princess Diana, and Prince and Princess Michael of Kent were among others there. All of the Queen's eight grandchildren sat in the front two rows, days after they stood together in vigil at the lying-in-state. The prince, known as "MBS", has been accused by Western intelligence of ordering the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. The freshly engraved stone features the names of the Queen, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the Queen's parents, The new stone replaces this one, which was dedicated to the Queen's mother and father, George VI and Elizabeth, the Queen Mother, Roads blocked as violence continues in Kosovo, Four children fall into icy lake near Birmingham, Revolutionary therapy clears girl's incurable cancer, Search under way after people pulled from icy lake, Nasa's Orion capsule makes safe return to Earth, Bodies of 27 people dumped by roadside in Zambia. After the Queen's About 100 presidents and heads of government were thought to have been in the abbey. Summary. King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla were front and center of the ceremony, walking behind the queen's coffin. Members of the public will be able to see the coffin at Westminster Hall until 06:30 on Monday. BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner says. The Queen's lying-in-state will end at 06:30 BST when the last people will file past her coffin. And other questions, What next? The King and The Queen Consort; Queen Elizabeth; The Royal Family; News; Residences, Art and History; Working for us; Menu. Where is the Queen buried? Malaysia's King Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah and Queen Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah were seated behind King Abdullah II and Queen Rania of Jordan. Lady Susan Hussey, a royal aide who resigned on Wednesday over "unacceptable" comments made to a guest at Buckingham Palace, was one of Queen Elizabeth II's closest confidantes.. Hussey, 83, was a lady-in-waiting to the late Queen Elizabeth, a nonsalaried role given to aristocratic women who acted as personal assistants The last person to view Queen Elizabeth II's lying-in-state says it was "a real privilege" to pay her respects. A parade of world leaders from all corners of the world is descending on London Monday to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Sept. 8 at the age of 96.. Prince Philip has only recently been relocated to the chapel, however. "Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived," King Charles III said, as he renewed his "darling Mama's" promise of lifelong service. Hundreds of global dignitaries gathered in London on Monday to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The nation has paid a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, with a state funeral and military procession. Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II After a procession up the castle's Long Walk, a committal service, with a smaller congregation, took place at St George's Chapel. 1:15. Indian President Droupadi Murmu, Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and South Africa's president, Cyril Ramaphosa, were in attendance. The Queen's sister Princess Margaret, who died in 2002, was cremated and her ashes were initially placed in the Royal Vault of St George's Chapel, before being moved to the George VI memorial chapel with her parents' coffins when the Queen Mother died a few weeks later. BBC News Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is no longer expected to attend the Queen's funeral, a UK Foreign Office source says. David Beckham's 12-hour wait to mourn Queen. Where is the Queen buried? Representatives from Russia were not invited following the Kremlin's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine. "Thank you for your love and devotion to our family and to the family of nations you have served so diligently all these years. An earlier version misspelled their names. The nation has paid a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, with a state funeral and military procession. BBC News Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is no longer expected to attend the Queen's funeral, a UK Foreign Office source says. Other guests included royal leaders from Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, Morocco, Oman, Qatar and Tonga. The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral in Scotland on Thursday aged 96. He denies the accusation. Wpa Pool | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty Images, Queen Elizabeth II's coffin en route to Windsor Castle for committal service, Britain's King Charles III waves as he's driven down the Mall in London on September 19, 2022, ahead of the State Funeral Service of Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman smiles as he arrives at the Elysee Palace in Paris on July 28, 2022 for a meeting with the French President. The King and The Queen Consort; Queen Elizabeth; The Royal Family; News; Residences, Art and History; Working for us; Menu. The Queue had come to end. Read about our approach to external linking. Get the latest BBC News on Queen Elizabeth II: breaking news, features, analysis and debate plus audio and video content. She signed her name as Lilibet on the funeral wreath for one of her closest friends Earl Mountbatten. At 06:32 BST, the final mourner filed past the Queen's coffin at Westminster Hall as her four-and-a-half-day lying-in-state drew to a close. What is a state funeral? We want to hear from you. It also touched on two of his passions, Shakespeare and religion. The queue for members of the public to see Queen Elizabeth II lying in state has now closed; King Charles thanks people around the world for their support since the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II has died Northern Ireland sporting events postponed following the Queen's death The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Queen's personal touches in plans for funeral day. Queen Margrethe has been vaccinated against Covid and last tested positive in February this year when she presented mild symptoms. "Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived," King Charles III said, as he renewed his "darling Mama's" promise of lifelong service. The House of Commons will sit for tributes on Friday, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., according to a tweet from the Parliament . Ladies-in-waiting Lady Susan Hussey and Dame Mary Morrison, were seen arriving alongside Angela Kelly, the Queen's personal dresser and one of her closest confidents. Video, 00:00:52 David Beckham's 12-hour wait to mourn Queen Catherine wore it for the first time in 2017 to celebrate the Queen and Prince Phillip's 70th wedding anniversary and later for his funeral in 2021. Entry to the castle is 28.50 for adults on Saturdays and 26.50 on other days, according to the chapel's website. 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On the final full day of the Queen's lying-in-state, thousands have continued to queue as the government warned people not to travel to avoid disappointment if it closed before they could enter the hall. At Westminster on Friday, MPs and Lords were paying tribute to the Queen, with Ms Truss describing her as "one of the greatest leaders the world has ever known". She and Queen Elizabeth were third cousins, both being descended from Queen Victoria. "But I know this important work will go on in the trusted hands of others.". He spoke of his "profound sorrow" at the loss his mother, her "life well lived" and her "sacrifices for duty", sticking tenaciously to her sense of service through decades of huge social change. She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. China has confirmed that it is sending its Vice-President, Wang Qishan, to the funeral. Lady Susan Hussey, a royal aide who resigned on Wednesday over "unacceptable" comments made to a guest at Buckingham Palace, was one of Queen Elizabeth II's closest confidantes.. Hussey, 83, was a lady-in-waiting to the late Queen Elizabeth, a nonsalaried role given to aristocratic women who acted as personal assistants 2022 BBC. At Westminster Hall on Sunday, on the eve of the late Queen's funeral, she joined the crown prince to pay her respects at the lying-in-state. The funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The earl, David Armstrong-Jones, is the son of the Queen's late sister, Princess Margaret and the photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones. He told Ms Truss, who was appointed by his mother on Tuesday, that the Queen's death was "the moment I'd been dreading, as I know a lot of people have, but we'll try [and] keep everything going". Kings and queens, presidents, prime ministers, celebrities and friends from across the globe were among the 2,000 guests at the Queen's funeral service at Westminster Abbey. Remembering the monarch, Camilla described "those wonderful blue eyes when she smiles they light up her whole face". When he died in April 2021, his coffin was interred in the Royal Vault, ready to be moved to the memorial chapel to join his wife upon her death. "Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived," King Charles III said, as he renewed his "darling Mama's" promise of lifelong service. "There weren't women prime ministers or presidents. Her son and heir, Crown Prince Frederik, and his wife Mary, the Crown Princess, will take her place in hosting members of the government, the Danish parliament, and Danish members of the European Parliament at a reception on Friday in Copenhagen. Who's invited to the Queen's funeral - and who's not? The stone is engraved in memory of the Queen, her parents, and her late husband, the Duke of Edinburgh. Speaking about his wife of 17 years, Camilla, 75, who becomes the Queen Consort, he said: "I know she will bring to the demands of her new role the steadfast devotion to duty on which I have come to rely so much.". She was the only one so I think she carved her own role.". WebSome information on this website may be out-of-date following the death of Queen Elizabeth. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The Queen Consort was four when Elizabeth II ascended to the throne in 1952 and she tells the documentary: "I'm 75 now and I can't remember anybody except the Queen being there.". Read about our approach to external linking. The last person to view Queen Elizabeth II's lying-in-state says it was "a real privilege" to pay her respects. Representatives from Syria, Venezuela and Afghanistan were not invited. Queen Margrethe II has cancelled her appointments for this week after the diagnosis on Tuesday evening. Other heads of government who were there included Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Israeli President Isaac Herzog and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. A two-minute national silence was held at its end. There will be no physical book of condolences for members of the public to sign, but the palace has opened an online one. Published 19 September 2022. Several streaming platforms, including Fubo TV, Sling TV and Peacock, will livestream Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19 at at 11 a.m. BST or 6 a.m. EDT from Westminster Abbey. BBC News Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is no longer expected to attend the Queen's funeral, a UK Foreign Office source says. The Prince of Wales, William, and his brother Prince Harry were in attendance with their wives, Kate, the Princess of Wales, and Meghan. Japan's Emperor Naruhito and his wife Empress Masako arrive at Westminster Abbey in London on September 19, 2022, for the State Funeral Service for Britain's Queen Elizabeth II. She tells the BBC that the Queen "carved her own role" in a world dominated by men. The Queen Consort, who had known the monarch for decades, said the Queen had a clear demarcation between her public duties and private life, highlighting her summer breaks at Balmoral in Scotland as a moment for "her enjoyment". Hundreds of global dignitaries gathered in London on Monday to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Read about our approach to external linking. She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. A two-minute national silence was held at its end. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". The State Funeral for Her Majesty The Queen. - Leaders from around the world will attend the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. And at the base of the vase there were three corgis. Correction: Prince and Princess Michael of Kent and the King of Bhutan Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck attended the funeral. The Queue had come to end. No representatives from Belarus or Myanmar were invited either. WebSome information on this website may be out-of-date following the death of Queen Elizabeth. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex sat directly behind the King while the Prince and Princess of Wales sat across the aisle from them. They were joined by Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin and President Michael Higgins, French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian President Sergio Mattarella. But Prince Turki al-Faisal, another senior Saudi royal, is expected to attend the funeral instead, the Foreign Office source said. The Queen's state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey in London, the historic church where Britain's kings and queens are crowned. A two-minute national silence was held at its end. The love of Charles's life and now his Queen Consort, Why funeral will be an event beyond compare, Queen's children hold sombre watch over coffin, Tour shows desire to hug UK nations close, Speaking about his wife during his first speech as monarch, Roads blocked as violence continues in Kosovo, Four children fall into icy lake near Birmingham, Revolutionary therapy clears girl's incurable cancer, Search under way after people pulled from icy lake, Nasa's Orion capsule makes safe return to Earth, Bodies of 27 people dumped by roadside in Zambia. At 06:32 BST, the final mourner filed past the Queen's coffin at Westminster Hall as her four-and-a-half-day lying-in-state drew to a close. Kings and queens, presidents, prime ministers, celebrities and friends from across the globe were among the 2,000 guests at the Queen's funeral service at Westminster Abbey. The chapel was commissioned by the Queen in 1962 as a burial place for her father King George VI and was designed by George Pace. A one-minute silence was held across the UK at 20:00 BST on Sunday 18 September, the night before the Queen's funeral. Prince Andrew's ex-wife the Duchess of York was in the second row next to her daughter Princess Eugenie. The country's longest-serving monarch, who died aged 96 after 70 years on the throne, will be honoured with a state funeral on Monday morning at Westminster Abbey. She tells the BBC that the Queen "carved her own role" in a world dominated by men. The Accession Council and Principal Proclamation. The fresh stone now reads "George VI 1895-1952" and "Elizabeth 1900-2002" followed by a metal Garter Star, and then "Elizabeth II 1926-2022" and "Philip 1921-2021". Get this delivered to your inbox, and more info about our products and services. But he has been seen as something of a pariah in the West and has not been to Britain since the murder inside the Saudi Consulate in Istanbul, BBC security correspondent Frank Gardner says. The Queen Consort's tribute to her late mother-in-law was shown in a special hour-long BBC One programme at 19:00 on Sunday. Ahead of Platinum Jubilee celebrations to mark her 70 years on the throne earlier this year, Queen Elizabeth had said it was her "sincere wish" that the then-Duchess of Cornwall would become known as Queen Consort when Charles became King. The Queen's state funeral will be held on Monday, after her coffin has been lying in state for the last four full days. 19 September. Britain's longest-serving monarch is being laid to rest Monday, 11 days after she died at Balmoral Castle aged 96. Rwanda's president, Paul Kagame, the current chair of the Commonwealth and Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe were also expected to be there. Who was at the Queen's funeral - and who was not? A day-by-day guide from now to the funeral, Queen's funeral plans: What will happen on the day, William and Harry lead historic coffin vigil. BBC News Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is no longer expected to attend the Queen's funeral, a UK Foreign Office source says. Events and moments of reflection have taken place across the UK on Sunday. He acknowledged his life had now changed, saying: "It will no longer be possible for me to give so much of my time and energies to the charities and issues for which I care so deeply. The Queen's late husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, also called her by the nickname. A parade of world leaders from all corners of the world is descending on London Monday to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II, who died on Sept. 8 at the age of 96.. In an emotional first address to the nation, he praised her warmth, humour and ability to see the best in people. Among the familiar faces from around the world at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was actress Sandra Oh. Chinese President Xi Jinping reportedly received an invitation though he was not present. Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8 at age 96 in Scotland following months of declining health. The Queen was laid to rest in a private burial at George VI Memorial Chapel attended by King Charles III and immediate family members on Monday, when the late monarch joined her parents, her sister and her husband. As part of the process of proclaiming Charles as King, a meeting of the Accession Council on Saturday will be attended by the King's son, Prince William, the new Prince of Wales. Data is a real-time snapshot *Data is delayed at least 15 minutes. Watch: Queen Elizabeth II's lying-in-state, What time is the Queen's funeral? Queen Elizabeth II "carved her own role" after she came to the throne, Camilla, the Queen Consort, has said in a personal TV tribute to her. Earlier, in one of his first constitutional duties as monarch, the King held an in-person audience with Prime Minister Liz Truss at Buckingham Palace. The Queen also called on the public to support her daughter-in-law and son when he became the new monarch. Queen Elizabeth II, photographed in Scotland, June 28, 2022, and world leaders who will be attending the late monarch's state funeral on Monday September 19, 2022 in London. Mr Macron, who met the Queen three times, had said that she had been "a friend of France, a kind-hearted queen, who has left a lasting impression on her country and her century". 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"Queen Elizabeth's was a life well lived," King Charles III said, as he renewed his "darling Mama's" promise of lifelong service. BBC News Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is no longer expected to attend the Queen's funeral, a UK Foreign Office source says. She signed her name as Lilibet on the funeral wreath for one of her closest friends Earl Mountbatten. Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes, and Market Data and Analysis. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. It will also be attended by invited Privy Councillors and current serving government ministers - but that could also include former ministers, prime ministers, and senior clergy. A one-minute silence was held across the UK at 20:00 BST on Sunday 18 September, the night before the Queen's funeral. The Queen's late husband, the Duke of Edinburgh, also called her by the nickname. Current Prime Minister Liz Truss and her husband Hugh O'Leary were alongside other cabinet ministers. Human rights groups had criticised the decision to invite the Crown Prince, who is Saudi Arabia's de facto ruler. From L-R: Prince Harry, Princess Beatrice, Lady Louise Windsor, Viscount Severn, Prince William, Princess Eugenie, Peter Phillips and Zara Tindall, Russian President Vladimir Putin is among those not invited, Roads blocked as violence continues in Kosovo, Four children fall into icy lake near Birmingham, Hospital hid surgeon's error for seven years, Revolutionary therapy clears girl's incurable cancer, Nasa's Orion capsule makes safe return to Earth, Russian Nobel laureate 'told to turn down award'. 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An invitation to China also caused controversy, because of Beijing's treatment of Muslim Uyghurs in Xinjiang. A Division of NBCUniversal. Some of the Queen's god children were also there including Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer. They were followed by the rest of the royal family, including the queen's other three children Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Edward and their spouses. Image source, PA Media The Queen's state funeral was held at Westminster Abbey in London, the historic church where Britain's kings and queens are crowned. Camilla recalls the Queen's "wonderful blue eyes" and her "unforgettable smile", in the BBC programme. The source, quoted by Reuters, said the change was made by the Saudis. Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman is no longer expected to attend the Queen's funeral, a UK Foreign Office source says. 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China was instead represented by a small delegation including Vice PresidentWang Qishan. Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8 at age 96 in Scotland following months of declining health. "I was halfway down in the car before I realised she could see and laughed about it and said, 'Look, I'm terribly sorry'.". Read about our approach to external linking. Diplomatic relations between the UK and Russia have all but collapsed since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, and a spokesperson for Russian President Vladimir Putin said he was "not considering" attending the funeral. 2022 BBC. The freshly installed stone is also surrounded by floral tributes and wreaths to mark the Queen's death. The royal family is observing a seven-day period of mourning for the Queen, which will draw to a close at the end of Monday. But perhaps more movingly he paid tribute to two women at the centre of his life - his mother the Queen and his "darling wife' Camilla. No-one from Russia, Belarus and Myanmar was invited either. Gun salutes fired and church bells tolled to pay tribute to the Queen, King Charles III and the Queen Consort returned to London, He held an audience with Prime Minister Liz Truss, A public, ticketed ceremony of remembrance took place at St Paul's. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Several streaming platforms, including Fubo TV, Sling TV and Peacock, will livestream Queen Elizabeth II's funeral on Sept. 19 at at 11 a.m. BST or 6 a.m. EDT from Westminster Abbey. Queen Elizabeth II will lie in state at Westminster Hall until Monday, the day of her funeral, with the lying-in-state queue stretching as far as Southwark Park. Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The Queue had come to end. On Sunday, many of them visited Westminster Abbey, where she had been lying in state, before going on to a reception at Buckingham Palace, hosted by the king and queen consort. Other kings and queens from The Netherlands, Sweden, Spain, Norway and Belgium also attended - as did the Grand Duke and Duchess of Luxembourg. The House of Commons will sit for tributes on Friday, from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m., and on Saturday, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., according to a tweet from the Parliament . It replaces a previous slab dedicated to George VI and the Queen Mother. The State Funeral for Her Majesty The Queen. In a letter of condolence to King Charles on the death of his mother, she wrote: "She was a towering figure among European monarchs and a great inspiration to us all.". King Charles earlier declared a period of mourning across the Royal Family and Household to be observed until seven days after his mother is laid to rest at Windsor. After the meeting, the Principal Proclamation, announcing Charles as sovereign, will be read at 11:00 BST from the balcony overlooking Friary Court at St James's Palace, central London. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. She added that the Queen had a "good sense of humour". The moment palace crowds learned the news, Ukraine strikes Wagner HQ in Luhansk, governor says, Four charged in EU Parliament corruption case, 'Brutal - this England exit is even more painful', The plotters who wanted to take over Germany, 'If I wasn't Hispanic, I'd have had a different career', Bankman-Fried: I hope to make money to pay people back, The seven-day-a-week life of a maid in Qatar, Inside the self-proclaimed Kingdom of Germany. The order of chivalry dates back to medieval times and is made up of the monarch and other senior figures, including ex-prime ministers and former military chiefs. Video, 00:00:52 David Beckham's 12-hour wait to mourn Queen Queen Elizabeth II, photographed in Scotland, June 28, 2022, and world leaders who will be attending the late monarch's state funeral on Monday September 19, 2022 in London. All monarchs were invited to the funeral and the vast majority flew to London for it. Kings and queens, presidents, prime ministers, celebrities and friends from across the globe were among the 2,000 guests at the Queen's funeral service at Westminster Abbey. Here is your guide to what will happen, day by day. The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Among the familiar faces from around the world at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral was actress Sandra Oh. Royal families from across Europe, many of whom share blood relations with the queen, were also in attendance. Hundreds of global dignitaries gathered in London on Monday to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. Prince William and Catherine will become Prince and Princess of Wales, he said, as he expressed his love for his son Prince Harry and wife Meghan. They included Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern. She sat next to the Queen's nephew, the Earl of Snowdon. David Beckham's 12-hour wait to mourn Queen. How long was the queue to see the Queen's coffin? Play video Watch moments from the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II from BBC. Princess Anne, Princess Royal, Prince Andrew and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex watch as the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II is placed on a gun carriage ahead of the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey on September 19, 2022 in London, England. Representatives from Syria, Venezuela and Afghanistan were also not invited, according to the BBC. In it, she told how her mother-in-law had carved out her own role for many years from the "difficult position" of being a "solitary woman" in what was a male-dominated world. She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death. In the front row were Sarah Brown, Gordon Brown, Cherie Blair, Sir Tony Blair, Lady Norma Major and Sir John Major. Before that, her coffin will lie at rest in Edinburgh for 24 hours and will then move to London to lie in state. Queen Elizabeth II has died Northern Ireland sporting events postponed following the Queen's death US President Joe Biden and his wife Jill were sat in the 14th row behind the Polish president Andrzej Duda and his wife Agata Kornhauser-Duda. Hundreds of global dignitaries gathered in London on Monday to attend the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. It also marked the first international visit for the Emperor and Empress of Japan since they ascended the throne three years ago. The prince has been accused by Western intelligence of ordering the killing of Saudi journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018. At 06:32 BST, the final mourner filed past the Queen's coffin at Westminster Hall as her four-and-a-half-day lying-in-state drew to a close. President of United States Joe Biden and Jill Biden arrive for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II at Westminster Abbey on September 19, 2022 in London, England. Read about our approach to external linking. Sources close to the Saudi Embassy earlier confirmed that the Crown Prince would be visiting London this weekend. Got a confidential news tip? Queen Elizabeth II died on Sept. 8 at age 96 in Scotland following months of declining health. The speech was broadcast as a service to remember the late Queen, attended by senior politicians and 2,000 members of the public, got under way at St Paul's Cathedral. 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Your complete guide to the Queen's funeral, Ukraine strikes Wagner HQ in Luhansk, governor says, Four charged in EU Parliament corruption case, 'Brutal - this England exit is even more painful', The plotters who wanted to take over Germany, 'If I wasn't Hispanic, I'd have had a different career', Bankman-Fried: I hope to make money to pay people back, The seven-day-a-week life of a maid in Qatar, Inside the self-proclaimed Kingdom of Germany. Video 1 minute 31 seconds Video 1 minute 31 seconds 1:31. Another clear message being sent was that Charles was here for the long haul, the throne would be a lifelong commitment for him, for all "the remaining time God grants me". In his televised address, the King, 73, said: "Her dedication and devotion as Sovereign never waivered, through times of change and progress, through times of joy and celebration, and through times of sadness and loss.". Heir to the throne Prince William will now take on the King's former Scottish titles and responsibility for the Duchy of Cornwall. The nation has paid a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, with a state funeral and military procession. She also spoke of how the late Queen saw the funny side of a shoe mishap on the Queen Consort's wedding day in 2005. Shortly before, the sun shone brightly as the new King emerged with Camilla from the state limousine outside the Palace to shake hands with people who had gathered there. The first picture of the new ledger stone marking the Queen's final resting place in Windsor has been released by Buckingham Palace. At 06:32 BST, the final mourner filed past the Queen's coffin at Westminster Hall as her four-and-a-half-day lying-in-state drew to a close. Queen Elizabeth II, the UK's longest-serving monarch, died aged 96, after reigning for 70 years. The invasion was launched partially from the territory of Belarus. Human rights groups said the invitation to Mohammed Bin Salman represented the whitewashing of an appalling Saudi human rights record. The president of France, Emmanuel Macron, was with his wife Brigitte. Get the latest BBC News on Queen Elizabeth II: breaking news, features, analysis and debate plus audio and video content. Video 1 minute 31 seconds Video 1 minute 31 seconds 1:31. Read about our approach to external linking. 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