Queen death latest: King Charles in Edinburgh for royal coffin process

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Queen Elizabeth II’s cortege arrives at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh

King Charles III has landed in Edinburgh, where he will join other royal family members for a procession behind the late Queen’s coffin, as it is carried from Holyroodhouse to St Giles’ Cathedral.

Earlier on Monday, the monarch vowed to uphold new MP traditions in his first peers, saying he would aim to follow in the footsteps of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, by maintaining the principles of constitutional government.

The Duke of Sussex also paid an emotional tribute to his late grandmother as he thanked her for her “sound advice” and “infectious smile”, describing her as a “guiding compass” through her commitment to service and duty.

In a statement understood to have been held back a day out of respect for the 9/11 anniversary, Prince Harry also said he wanted to honor his father at the start of his reign as king, adding: “Let us echo the words she spoke after the passing of her husband, Prince Philip, words which can bring comfort to all of us now: ‘Life, of course, of final parts as well as first meetings.’”

Key PointsShow latest update 1662983089Public asked to reconsider bringing children to Queen’s lying in state

Members of the public have been asked to reconsider bringing their children to the Palace of Westminster as they pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.

My colleague Peony Hirwani has more details here:

Public asked to reconsider bringing children to the Queen’s lying in state

King Charles III will lead the royal family in a procession behind the Queen’s coffin to allow the public to pay their respects

Andy Gregory12 September 2022 12:44

1662982057King Charles’ flight lands in Edinburgh

The flight of the King and Queen Consort has landed in Edinburgh, where they will join other members of the royal family for a procession behind the Queen’s coffin, as it is taken up the Royal Mile to St Giles’ Cathedral.

The plane carrying Charles and Camilla took off from RAF Northolt in Hillingdon west London at 11.34am.

Dozens of members of the public and photographers peered through a perimeter security fence, catching a glimpse as they left.

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Andy Gregory12 September 2022 12:27

1662981862Edinburgh’s Royal Mile packed with well-wishers hours ahead of royal procession

My colleague Holly Bancroft reports from the Royal Mile:

Despite it being a Monday, the crowds seem to have grown even larger in Scotland’s capital compared to yesterday.

There are still many hours to go before King Charles and his siblings follow behind the Queen’s coffin but thousands of people have packed out Edinburgh’s streets in preparation. The skies, which were an ominous gray yesterday, are clear blue.

One broadcaster seems to have hired a crane so they can get a birds eye view of the procession.

Crowds throng Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, where the Queen’s coffin will shortly be taken to St Giles’ Cathedral (pictured)

(Holly Bancroft/The Independent)

Andy Gregory12 September 2022 12:24

1662981467Minute’s silence to be held on Sunday, says No 10

People across the UK will be invited to come together to “morn and reflect on the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II” during a minute’s silence on the eve of her state funeral, Downing Street has announced.

Liz Truss’s official spokesperson said: “At 8pm on Sunday 18 September, the night before the state funeral, there will be a one-minute silence where the public are invited to come together and observe a national moment of reflection to mourn and reflect on the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II.

“The silence can be marked privately at home on your own or with friends and neighbors, out on your doorstep or street with neighbors, or at any locally arranged community events and vigils.

“We encourage local community groups, clubs and other organisations to mark this moment of reflection. And if you are overseas, people are encouraged to mark the silence at their local time.

“The shared national moment of reflection is an opportunity for everyone across the UK to mark the death of Her Majesty and we will set out details of where the prime minister will mark it closer to that time.”

Andy Gregory12 September 2022 12:17

1662980728His Majesty visibly moved as God Save the King sung in Westminster Hall

King Charles III appeared visibly moved as MPs and peers sang God Save the King at Westminster Hall.

The monarch addressed both Houses of Parliament earlier after MPs and peers expressed their condolences to the monarch on the death of his mother, late Queen Elizabeth II.

In his speech he said he would uphold traditions by maintaining the principles of constitutional government.

Matt Mathers12 September 2022 12:05

1662980428Royal piper says King Charles once asked him to play AC/DC

The Queen’s former piper, Pipe Major Scott Methven has recalled how King Charles III – formerly known as the Prince of Wales – once asked him to play AC/DC at an event.

The professional bagpiper – who has performed at other events including Sting’s 60th birthday party in 2012 – said that he was able to have a “good laugh” with the royal family.

My colleague Megan Gray reports:

Royal piper says King Charles once asked him to play AC/DC

Pipe Major Scott Methven said that he was able to have a ‘good laugh’ with the royal family

Matt Mathers12 September 2022 12:00

1662980128 Women with ‘abolish monarchy’ sign charged with offence amid arrests of republican protesters

A woman who held an “abolish monarchy” sign at a proclamation ceremony for King Charles III in Edinburgh has been charged with a criminal offence.

It comes amid a series of arrests and police interventions in republican protests across the UK.

Our home affairs editor Lizzie Dearden will have more on this story as it comes in:

Woman with ‘abolish monarchy’ sign charged with offence amid arrests of protesters

A woman who held an “abolish monarchy” sign at a proclamation ceremony for King Charles III in Edinburgh has been charged with a criminal offence.

Matt Mathers12 September 2022 11:55

1662979828Mourners continue to gather at Buckingham Palace

Mourners continue to gather outside Buckingham Palace following the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Children, wearing T-shirts with the message “you will stay in our hears”, could be seen laying flowers near the monarch’s main residence in the capital.

One woman appears to fight back tears as she reads tributes to Her Majesty.

Another looks on accompanied by her corgis – the late Queen’s favorite breed of dog.

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Matt Mathers12 September 2022 11:50

1662979528Watch: Queen Elizabeth II’s best outfits throughout the years

Queen Elizabeth II’s best outfits throughout the years (V3)

Matt Mathers12 September 2022 11:45

1662979228Queen’s state funeral route and where to watch it as coffin carried to Westminster Abbey

Over the weekend it was confirmed that the late Queen’s funeral will be held in Westminster Abbey on Monday, 19 September.

It will take place after she lies in state for four full days.

My colleague Chiara Giordano has a full guide to all the events taking place on the day.

Queen’s state funeral route and where to watch as coffin carried to Westminster Abbey

Queen Elizbaeth II’s coffin will travel from Scotland to London ahead of state funeral at Westminster Abbey on 19 September

Matt Mathers12 September 2022 11:40

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