‘Tensions are high. I’m very scared about unrest,’ Streatham MP tells The Independent

Flags will be flown at half-mast and books of condolence opened across the country

Historic custom being observed at public buildings across the world to honour the life of Elizabeth II

Her Majesty’s body will lie in St Giles’ cathedral in Edinburgh for 24 hours

The royal will take on a new title following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Elizabeth II was the nation’s longest-reigning monarch, serving as head of state for more than 70 years.

The Queen, locked down at Windsor, mourned the loss of Philip and delivered two televised addresses as country the faced unprecedented challenges.

Car carrying Duke of Sussex seen departing royal family’s Scottish residence

1992 was a difficult year for the monarch and her family.

Mourners have left flowers and messages outside the Queen’s Scottish home after she passed away on Thursday

Queen was the Head of the Commonwealth, spanning 56 countries, at the time of her passing

Operation London Bridge is being set in motion as the nation prepares to honour Elizabeth II with a state funeral

The Duke of Edinburgh wanted his youngest son the Earl of Wessex to inherit his title

King Charles III succeeds his mother Elizabeth, who passed away in Balmoral, Scotland, after 70-year reign

The date of the funeral has not yet been confirmed.

Money also covered flowers and a barbeque, official records show

The new King will make a televised address to the nation today

Last photograph of the Queen shows her at Balmoral during the appointment of her fifteenth prime minister

Last photograph of the Queen shows her at Balmoral during the appointment of her fifteenth prime minister

Poll finds majority say policy is not enough as charities warn 2.2 million will be plunged into poverty

Bar Council chairman Mark Fenhalls used the KC initials in a statement issued after the Queen’s death.

Rt Rev Dr Iain Greenshields, Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland, spent the weekend at Balmoral.

Here is the timeline of events that are expected to take place today following the death of the Queen.

Royal Hillsborough will be the location for ceremonial activities in NI to mark the death of the Queen.

The broadcaster will air rolling news coverage on Friday.

Photographer Jane Barlow was at Balmoral to capture the Queen’s first – and only – meeting with new Prime Minister Liz Truss.

The country – and millions around the globe – is in mourning after the Queen’s death at the age of 96.

Nation enters mourning after Britain’s longest serving monarch passes away peacefully in Scotland

The royal will take on a new title following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Leaders from across the world mourned the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday night

The nation has begun a period of mourning to mark the death of its former monarch.

The days and weeks after moving into a new property can be an exciting time, but a recent study of 2,000 homeowners found 44 per cent made disappointing discoveries along the way

Both Houses are due to sit at 12pm to allow members to pay their respects, with normal politics on hold for a period of national mourning.

Charles has become King but how will William, Kate and the other senior royals be known?

Charles has become King but how will William, Kate and the other senior royals be known?

The Duke of Edinburgh wanted his youngest son the Earl of Wessex to inherit his title.

The new King, Charles, will make a televised address and tour the UK, visiting Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

The new King, Charles, will make a televised address and tour the UK, visiting Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

The singer-songwriter told crowds the Queen had led Britain through ‘some of our greatest and darkest moments’.

Charles III succeeds Queen, who passed away in Balmoral, Scotland, after 70-year reign

James Corden, Jimmy Kimmel and Trevor Noah all paid tribute to the Queen, describing her as a ‘guiding light’ that was ‘universally adored’.

The monarch was described as ‘an inspiration to the world for her lifetime of service’ as tributes flooded in from all over the world.

The nation’s collective grief was reflected among the front pages.

Charles is expected to be formally proclaimed King at an accession council on Saturday

Nation enters mourning after Britian’s longest serving monarch passes away peacefully in Scotland

Screenings went ahead as usual in the Italian city, though other upcoming international arts events were cancelled following the announcement.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex were at the centre of some of the most tumultuous times of the Queen’s reign.

The Queen’s coffin will be draped in a royal flag and guarded around the clock.

The Queen’s coffin is expected to lie in state and her funeral will be televised.

Members of the Irish government remember the importance of the Queen’s “watershed” visit to Ireland in 2011.

The monarch pledged her life to royal service in countless speeches – but was also adept at putting Philip in his place.

Prime Minister Liz Truss made the announcement outside Downing Street, rather than it being revealed at the Accession Council as is tradition.

Professor Sir Huw Thomas has been Head of the Medical Household since 2014

Speaker interrupts Commons debate to deliver news to stunned MPs

Elizabeth II, who acceded to the throne in 1952, was the nation’s longest reigning monarch.

Buckingham Palace said the monarch is under medical supervision at Balmoral.

Royal.uk already lists Charles as King, with his wife Camilla officially listed as Queen Consort.

Lisa Cash, 18, and her eight-year-old twin siblings Christy and Chelsea Cawley will be laid to rest at Bohernabreena Cemetery.

The Duke of York was booted out of the monarchy and forbidden from using his HRH style before paying out millions to end a civil sexual assault case.

The Queen encountered all but one of the 14 presidents of her reign.

New PM said to be keen to move away from ‘casual’ atmosphere overseen by predecessor Boris Johnson

The organisation, which was closely linked to the monarch and the Royal Family for over 50 years, said it was ‘deeply saddened’ by the news.

Mourners gathered in London after monarch’s death speak of shock at the passing of a life-long constant

‘I will miss her more than words can express,’ says Sarah Ferguson

A shrine dedicated to the monarch featuring candles, roses and pictures was placed outside Ye Olde Kings Head in Santa Monica.

An Accession Council usually takes place at St James’s Palace within 24 hours of the death of a sovereign.

The conclusion of the eight-week summer season of daily orchestral classical music concerts was due to conclude on Saturday September 10.

The Queen’s son and successor will now turn his mind to matters of state as he begins his first full day as the nation’s new monarch.

Cleveland Pools in Bath is 207 years old, and will reopen to the public next spring after standing derelict since the 1980s.

Consumer website Electrifying.com said there are just seven new electric cars on sale in the UK for under £30,000.

The Scottish capital was designated the world’s first Unesco City of Literature in 2004.

The Co-op says its research found many people planned to move away from their area in the next few years.

Charles automatically becomes king after his mother passes ‘peacefully’ at Balmoral

US President Joe Biden described the Queen as ‘a source of comfort and pride for generations of Britons’.

Famous faces including Sir Mick Jagger, Andrew Lloyd Webber and Stephen Fry were among those to pay their respects to the monarch.

The usual workings of public life are put on hold as the nation enters a 10-day period of mourning.

King Charles has made his first statement as monarch, paying tribute to his ‘beloved mother’

Admiral Sir Tony Radakin said the relationship between the Queen and the armed forces was ‘deeply personal’.

Sarah Ferguson married the Queen’s second eldest son Prince Andrew in 1986 but the couple split up in 1992.

Charles ‘doesn’t have that sense of mystique’ that surrounded his mother, leading historian says

Elizabeth II – the nation’s longest-reigning monarch – died peacefully at Balmoral Castle on the afternoon of Thursday September 8.

Drivers lined up their vehicles on The Mall in front of Buckingham Palace.

Buckingham Palace issued their first statement around the Queen’s health just after midday

The Irish words spoken by the Queen provoked awe and set the tone for a positive and ‘joyous’ visit.

Baroness Patricia Scotland paid tribute to the Queen on Thursday night.

Mary Lou McDonald expressed her sympathies to the unionist community in particular.

Many who gathered at the residence paid their own tribute.

Queen admired for her stoicism showed signs of frailty only after age of 90

The Royal Mint’s new collection will include four coins, with the first depicting the young wizard.

‘Not a formal requirement’ for all MPs to take oath

The Queen spent each summer at Balmoral in the Scottish Highlands.

No government policy announcements or speeches will occur during the country’s mourning period

The Archbishop of Dublin said the Queen was a figure of ‘international renown’.

Leaders noted her service and humility.

British theatres will also be dimming their lights and observing a minute’s silence as a mark of respect

British theatres will also be dimming their lights and observing a minute’s silence as a mark of respect

The veteran broadcaster has anchored on major royal milestones throughout the years.

Northern Ireland’s political leaders have paid tribute following the death of the Queen.

Her Majesty oversaw 15 prime ministers and was devoutly dedicated to both country and Commonwealth

Harry arrived in Aberdeen alone while Meghan remains in London