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Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:53:52 GMT
Queen funeral - latest: King Charles to join coffin procession as mourners face ‘35-hour’ queues
Queen’s coffin reaches Palace of Westminster at around 3pm today

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:43:17 GMT
Reward of £50,000 offered in search for Olivia’s killer
Merseyside Police have arrested nine men as part of their investigation into the nine-year-old’s death but all have since been bailed.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:48:26 GMT
Starmer urges protesters to ‘respect’ those mourning the Queen
The Labour leader will pay his personal respects to the late monarch with his family at the lying in state in Westminster Hall.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:41:11 GMT
Small businesses call for help amid soaring bills
Firms say it does not feel like the economy is growing as energy and raw material costs rise.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:39:00 GMT
EU chief in tribute to Queen who ‘spoke to the soul of the world’
Ursula von der Leyen said the Queen ‘found the right words for every moment in time’.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:35:38 GMT
‘Ludicrous’ parliamentary recess to delay urgent energy support for businesses
Hospitality and manufacturing businesses have warned they could go bust, but MPs will not look at legislation until the second half of October

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:25:44 GMT
Royal superfans camped on Mall for Queen’s funeral told by police to pack up tents
‘We’re very comfortable – we have a blow up bed and food. It’s a small price to pay to be here,’ say royalists

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:23:10 GMT
Heathrow flights delayed to ‘ensure silence’ during Queen’s coffin procession
The west London airport said it will be making ‘appropriate alterations to our operation’.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:17:46 GMT
Russia forced to import North Korean military kit, Ministry of Defence says
The impact of sanctions and military losses in Ukraine has forced Moscow to rely on equipment from Iran and North Korea.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:17:31 GMT
What does the ‘Queen Consort’ mean and what is Camilla’s new title?
The royal has taken on a new title following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:17:15 GMT
A right royal queue: Thousands brave long wait for Queen’s lying in state
The line is expected to stretch four miles up the Thames before the doors of Westminster Hall open at 5pm on Wednesday.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:17:12 GMT
What does the ‘Queen Consort’ mean and what is Camilla’s new title?
The royal has taken on a new title following the death of Queen Elizabeth II

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:14:27 GMT
Keir Starmer tells protesters not to ‘ruin’ mourners’ moment with the Queen
Labour leader says republican protesters have to show respect

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:09:07 GMT
Chris Kaba: Family of unarmed man shot dead by police accuse investigators of ‘lack of urgency’
Mother of 24-year-old ‘inconsolable’ after learning of his death 11 hours after shooting

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:05:56 GMT
Thousands of patients face cancelled NHS appointments or operations due to Queen’s funeral
NHS leaders await confirmation from government that additional bank holiday costs will be paid back

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:51:10 GMT
Anne: Honour and privilege to be with Queen on her final journeys
The Princess Royal was accompanying the Queen’s body back from Scotland to Buckingham Palace.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:50:55 GMT
King’s royal tartan worn at Queen’s vigil was sign of love for Scotland – expert
The Prince Charles Edward Stewart tartan was worn by Charles III as he visited the Scottish Parliament and St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:49:02 GMT
Queen’s funeral: No invitations for Russia, Belarus or Myanmar
The state funeral is set to be one of the largest diplomatic gatherings in decades.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:47:32 GMT
The Queen’s lying in state: What you need to know
Thousands of people are expected to queue to see the Queen’s coffin in Westminster Hall.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:46:58 GMT
Queen’s family pay respects as her coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace
The Queen’s coffin will lie in state for four days in Westminster Hall.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:46:46 GMT
Queen’s coffin arrives in London ahead of return to Buckingham Palace
The Queen’s coffin will lie in state at Westminster Hall over four days.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:36:13 GMT
What will happen to Commonwealth realms now Charles is King?
Commonwealth realms now have King Charles III as their head of state – but will any follow Barbados’s lead and become a republic?

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:32:31 GMT
What will happen today following the death of the Queen?
A summary of royal plans for D-Day +5 on Wednesday.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:31:22 GMT
UK compared to Russia after barrister threatened with arrest over blank piece of paper
Multiple people have been arrested for anti-monarchy protests during the national mourning period

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:30:27 GMT
King Charles’s staff handed redundancy notices during church service for Queen
Clarence House has been the official London residence of Charles, the former Prince of Wales, and Camilla, the former Duchess of Cornwall

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:29:52 GMT
King Charles questions DUP leader over Brexit deal stance
Monarch also meets Sinn Fein chief, who paid tribute to Queen

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:29:26 GMT
What happens next? Day by day after the death of the Queen
The Queen’s coffin will stay at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday night until the ceremonial procession to Westminster Hall on Wednesday.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 05:32:14 GMT
What happens next after Queen’s death? A day-by-day schedule
The Queen’s funeral will take place in London on Monday, September 19, which is a public holiday

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 05:31:55 GMT
What happens next after Queen’s death? A day-by-day schedule
The Queen’s funeral will take place in London on Monday, September 19, which is a public holiday

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 05:20:25 GMT
What the papers say – September 14
The papers carry the Queen’s ‘homecoming’ to London ahead of her lying in state.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:26:16 GMT
London Fashion Week to go ahead with ‘moments of respect’ for the Queen
The event will be an opportunity for the industry to celebrate the monarch’s ‘legacy and commitment to creativity and design’.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:57:04 GMT
Prince Harry ‘expert’ called out for fuelling ‘spiteful’ anti-Meghan Markle faction
Vanessa Feltz slams author Angela Levin over her portrayal of Ms Markle

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:47:11 GMT
Queen funeral latest: Coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace as mourners line streets
Well-wishers line streets, as King Charles III and senior royals receive coffin

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 03:07:32 GMT
Four Pacific Commonwealth leaders to join Australian PM at Queen’s funeral
The respective leaders of the Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, Samoa and Papua New Guinea accepted Australia’s offer of help with transportation to London.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 02:36:17 GMT
Global media outlets announce plans for coverage of Queen’s funeral
Networks have provided daily live-updates since the news broke on Thursday.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 02:14:47 GMT
Harry and William to join King Charles in procession behind Queen’s coffin as it leaves Buckingham Palace
Procession through London is expected to take around 40 minutes

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 01:45:44 GMT
Queen to leave Buckingham Palace for final time as lying in state begins
Hundreds of thousands of mourners are expected to pay their final respects to their late monarch in Westminster Hall.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 01:35:59 GMT
‘An honour and a privilege’: Princess Anne’s tribute as Scotland says final farewell to the Queen
26,000 queue for hours to see Queen lie in state in Edinburgh before final journey to London

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 01:07:57 GMT
Oprah Winfrey hopes Queen’s death will provide ‘opportunity for peacemaking’
The US talk show host sat down with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex in 2021 for a widely publicised and explosive interview.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 00:56:58 GMT
Heavy rain forecast for early-morning mourners in London queue
Those waiting in line to see the Queen’s lying in state will face a wet start.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:16:17 GMT
US pub to show Queen’s funeral to give expats ‘a little piece of tradition’
Ye Olde King’s Head in Santa Monica, California, will show footage of the historic event.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 23:38:09 GMT
Police charge 31-year-old man with murder of west Belfast woman
The young woman died suddenly on Sunday morning, police said.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 22:56:03 GMT
What happens next after Queen’s death? A day-by-day schedule
The Queen’s funeral will take place in London on Monday, September 19, which is a public holiday

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 22:33:38 GMT
Route revealed for mourners queueing to see Queen’s coffin at Westminster Hall
People will need to stand for ‘many hours, possibly overnight’, official guidance says

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 22:24:46 GMT
Review of anti-obesity policies prompts concerns junk food plans could be axed
Such a move would be likely to lead to a clash between the Government and health campaigners.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 22:00:42 GMT
Center Parcs reverses decision to kick out guests for day of Queen’s funeral
Guests had been told they would be turfed out at 10am on September 19 for 24 hours.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:40:44 GMT
Trussell Trust defends food banks after Queen’s funeral prompts closures
One food bank reversed its decision ‘due to the overwhelming support we have received’.

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 05:33:36 GMT
King, William and Harry to walk behind Queen’s coffin to Westminster Hall
They will be joined by senior members of the royal family on the journey from Buckingham Palace on Wednesday afternoon.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:16:02 GMT
In Pictures: Queen back at Palace for one last time after fond Scottish farewell
Elizabeth II died in Scotland and was mourned in Edinburgh before returning to London for further rites and, finally, burial in Windsor.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:09:45 GMT
Gareth Malone says Queen’s death has given national anthem new meaning
The choirmaster performed for the late monarch on a number of occasions including her Diamond Jubilee.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:07:18 GMT
Treasury minister has links to property finance firm
The newly appointed Chris Philip still has a significant stake in a property finance group.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:07:14 GMT
Queen arrives at Buckingham Palace as Harry and Meghan join royals to receive coffin
Solemn crowds of mourners line streets of London, applauding and cheering as hearse approaches

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:00:00 GMT
Route revealed for those joining queue to pay final respects to Queen
The queue for those wishing to pay their respects to the Queen could stretch all the way to Southwark Park, according to the Government’s plan.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:40:15 GMT
Queen’s coffin arrives in London as late monarch makes final journey to Buckingham Palace
Mourners line capital’s streets and gather outside royal residence to pay respects to sovereign of 70 years

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:22:53 GMT
The Queen’s coffin returns to Buckingham Palace ahead of lying in state
The coffin will lie at rest in the palace’s bow room before the monarch is handed to the nation to allow the public to pay their respects.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:17:50 GMT
King Charles blasts pen after it appeared to leak while signing book
The King was at the royal residence of Hillsborough Castle in Co Down in Northern Ireland, when the ink appeared to drip from the pen.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 20:07:26 GMT
Kwarteng plan to boost growth ‘could take decade to achieve target’
Expected ‘sugar rush’ of tax cuts could knock growth off track by forcing up inflation and interest rates, economists warn

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:39:57 GMT
Bespoke state hearse for Queen who was consulted on the design
The new Royal Claret state hearse has wide windows along the side and back, a see-through glass roof and lights inside to illuminate the coffin.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:27:55 GMT
The Crown series one has entered Netflix global top 10, streamer reveals
The early episodes of the lavish royal drama followed a young Queen played by Claire Foy.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:20:24 GMT
Breaching the peace: What are your rights to protest against the monarchy?
Police have been using different laws against republican protesters in England and Scotland

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:01:25 GMT
Anti-monarchy group Republic planning protests despite arrests
Campaigners are criticising number of recent arrests

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:37:45 GMT
King and President signal intent on future Anglo Irish relations
The heads of state shared a warm handshake at the close of a service of reflection for the late Queen in Belfast.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:25:18 GMT
Applause for Queen as Elizabeth departs Edinburgh for the last time
The monarch’s coffin had been lying in rest overnight in the Scottish capital.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:23:53 GMT
London braced for 1m mourners with ‘35-hour’ waits to see Queen’s coffin
Transport bosses warn of ‘unprecedented demand’ ahead of the Queen’s lying in state in London

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:01:02 GMT
Met officer says force prepared for ‘all what-ifs’ in run up to Queen’s funeral
Stuart Cundy appealed to those hoping to come to London to plan ahead and approach a police officer for any help.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:00:00 GMT
Full statement from the Princess Royal following the death of the Queen
Anne said she ‘was fortunate to share the last 24 hours of my dearest mother’s life’.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:51:23 GMT
‘It just takes one person to do something abhorrent’: Intense security operation for Queen’s lying in state
Visitors to Westminster Hall will face ‘airport-style security’ as police work to protect queue

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:38:47 GMT
Sturgeon speaks of Scotland’s sad farewell to Elizabeth, ‘Queen of Scots’
The Scottish First Minister spoke after the plane carrying the Queen’s coffin took off from Edinburgh Airport.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:35:54 GMT
MPs raise concern over arrests of anti-monarchy protesters
A Tory MP has written to Scotland’s chief constable Sir Iain Livingstone after two people were arrested in Edinburgh.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:33:11 GMT
Warning that 7 in 10 pubs face closure as businesses left in dark over energy bills
‘I think we are now entering probably the most critical week for my industry in my lifetime’

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:31:25 GMT
MP Margaret Ferrier sentenced to 270-hour community order for breaking Covid rules
MP for Rutherglen and Hamilton West took train from London to Glasgow after being told she tested positive for virus

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:28:43 GMT
Almost half of Britons say they have cried over Queen’s death
Poll also finds majority back cancellation of sports and cultural events

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:10:44 GMT
Russia ‘likely to concede area half the size of Wales’ in Ukraine
Western officials believe Vladimir Putin’s troops will not try to seize back the lost land and will instead consolidate their firepower in the south.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:10:17 GMT
Find ‘something better’ than energy price freeze set to cost £150bn, Liz Truss told
‘This could turn out to be the biggest single fiscal announcement in my lifetime’, IFS chief warns

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:06:29 GMT
Liz Truss to speak at UN as she prepares to unveil tax-slashing ‘mini-Budget’ next week
New PM eager to hit ground running when official business returns ‘more to normal’ after the Queen’s funeral

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 17:04:55 GMT
Man appears in court accused of 1976 murder of Renee MacRae and son Andrew
William MacDowell, of Penrith, went on trial at the High Court in Inverness on Tuesday.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:53:36 GMT
Brexit: EU’s Sefcovic offers to reduce NI border controls to ‘couple of lorries a day’
GB-NI trade border can be almost ‘invisible’, says European Commission VP in bid to restart talks

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:45:57 GMT
Have funerals been cancelled? Concerns over services held on day Queen is laid to rest
Families have had their funerals postponed or rescheduled to avoiding clashing with the monarch’s farewell

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:44:06 GMT
Queen’s coffin leaves Scotland for Buckingham Palace to lie in state in London
The Princess Royal is accompanying the late monarch’s coffin on its journey to London

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:29:31 GMT
Thousands line streets of Belfast to catch glimpse of the King and Queen Consort
Charles and Camilla attended a number of engagements in the region on Tuesday as part of the King’s tour around the UK’s home countries.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:28:37 GMT
Prince Andrew’s fall from grace as Queen’s ‘favourite’ son heckled in street by her coffin
Late monarch’s middle child has seen his reputation damaged over his friendship with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein and a car crash BBC interview

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:26:53 GMT
King Charles III pledges to support all Northern Ireland’s people
Charles and Camilla are touring the four home nations of the UK.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:22:41 GMT
More migrants crossed Channel so far this year than all of 2021, figures suggest
Last year’s total was 28,526, according to official figures.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:20:43 GMT
How to claim extra £278 DWP carer’s payment and check if you’re entitled
No requirement to be related to or live with person you care for, government advice says

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:15:47 GMT
Police ‘overzealous’ in handling of anti-monarchy protesters, says former chief
Former counter-terror chief Nick Aldworth said the late Queen would not have wanted interference with legitimate protest.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:12:03 GMT
Flying drones banned in central London until after Queen’s funeral, police say
The Metropolitan Police said it will take ‘enforcement action’ against anyone flying a drone before Monday evening, meaning possible prosecution.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 16:05:29 GMT
Keyham shootings police force under investigation, inquest hears
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an inquiry into Devon and Cornwall Police’s firearms licensing unit

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:59:20 GMT
Hospital appointments postponed on bank holiday to mark the Queen’s funeral
NHS England has urged hospitals to contact patients directly.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:54:47 GMT
Serving Met Police officer charged with 13 child sex offences
PC Hussain Chehab has been suspended from duty

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:51:22 GMT
Queen hailed for her part in reconciliation of Ireland
Archbishop of Armagh John McDowell said that ‘faithfulness, care, dutifulness, love and devotion’ were part of her reign.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:42:23 GMT
Outcry as investigations into MPs and parliamentary staff halted because of Queen’s death
Warning delay by bullying watchdog will ‘prolong a process’ already ‘excessively difficult and lengthy’

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:40:37 GMT
Cathedral minister tells of ‘great honour’ after speaking at service for Queen
A thanksgiving service for the life of Queen Elizabeth II was held at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh on Monday afternoon.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:38:17 GMT
Queue swells ahead of Queen’s lying in state
Those waiting in line will be issued wristbands with their number in the queue.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:31:19 GMT
Joules shares dive after Next investment talks collapse
The clothing retailer added it was still in discussions about using Next’s online platform to sell its products.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:28:45 GMT
Strictly Come Dancing launch show moved in wake of the Queen’s death
The new series of the dance competition was due to return to screens on September 17.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:25:29 GMT
Benjamin Mendy found not guilty of one count of rape as trial continues
Both men are still on trial for multiple alleged sexual offences

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:23:46 GMT
Trains to run through night and road closures paused to ease mourners’ journeys
Around 200 daily rail services will be added to timetables while the Queen is lying in state in Westminster Hall, the PA news agency understands.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 15:16:41 GMT
King questions DUP leader over controversial Northern Ireland Protocol
The King spoke to Sir Jeffrey Donaldson and Sinn Fein vice president Michelle O’Neill about the Northern Ireland Assembly and its current impasse.

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:15:22 GMT
King Charles and senior royals stand vigil over late Queen’s coffin at St Giles’ Cathedral
New monarch and his siblings stand at oak coffin as members of public file past to pay their respects

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 14:51:20 GMT
Thousands flock to village with royal connections to welcome King
Charles and the Queen Consort were greeted by cheering crowds in Hillsborough, Co Down, on Tuesday.



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