Going for a walk through the trees has to be one of the best activities to do during autumn. There’s something cosy about wrapping up on a crisp day and heading outside, while the chilly air leaves you feeling invigorated.
09.09.2022 - 11:11 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The nation is now in a period of national mourning as it comes to terms with the death of Her Majesty the Queen, which was announced yesterday evening. It was confirmed that she passed away peacefully at Balmoral in Scotland.
Intricate plans have been drawn up for when the Queen passes away, codenamed Operation London Bridge, which will lead to major changes to what events are on, and whether shops and venues will be open, both nationally, and locally. On the day of her funeral, which is expected to take place at Westminster Abbey, 10 days after the Queen's death, there will be a bank holiday and most places be shut or will change operating hours.
Here, we look take a look at the events that are due to be cancelled and the shops and venues that be be closed across Greater Manchester in the wake of the Queen's death.
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The day of the funeral will be a Day of National Mourning, but employers will not be compelled to give staff a day off. Unless it falls on the weekend, there will be a national bank holiday, following church services and memorial services across the UK.
Shops will close or only be open for reduced hours, while banks will shut. Selfridges led tributes to the Queen last night and said it would not open its doors this Friday. All branches, including the Manchester branch closed early on Thursday evening, confirming that in line with protocol would reopen on Saturday, September 10.
The retailer Marks & Spencer also shared a message on its website, stating: "We’re deeply saddened to hear the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. For over 70 years she has dedicated her life to service for her country and the
Going for a walk through the trees has to be one of the best activities to do during autumn. There’s something cosy about wrapping up on a crisp day and heading outside, while the chilly air leaves you feeling invigorated.
"It's a scary situation to live in. Residents here are in danger."
Throughout Greater Manchester there are some incredible parks, but not all of them can claim the title of being a gift from royalty. As the name suggests, Queen’s Park in Heywood has a rather interesting royal connection - and nearly never came into being at all.
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Councils in Greater Manchester have issued guidance ahead of the Queen's funeral on Monday (September 19). It comes as funeral services across the UK have been cancelled due to the new bank holiday, which will allow Brits to pay tribute to the late Queen Elizabeth II.
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After a difficult two years under coronavirus restrictions, struggling to cope with the rising cost of living and soaring energy bills, hospitality venues across the region are about to face another setback, with events cancelled ahead of the Queen’s funeral on Monday.
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met with supporters outside of Windsor Castle. In a clip shared on TikTok, Middleton is seen explaining how her young son comforted her following the death of the queen of England. In the clip, tells a supporter that Prince Louis told her, "Don't worry.
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King Charles III will be proclaimed as the country’s new monarch at historic ceremonies across Greater Manchester this weekend. Public announcements will be made in each borough on Sunday, with some roads being closed to allow the events to take place.
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People of different faiths around Manchester are mourning the passing of The Queen as the nation woke up to the first day without her on the throne in over 70 years.