The Queen national minute of silence date and time announced
15 September 2022, 13:48
When and what time is the national minute of silence for the Queen?
Following the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, No.10 have announced a national minute of silence for the late Monarch.
The Queen passed away at Balmoral Castle on Thursday, September 8, and the state funeral has been confirmed to take place on Monday, September 19.
On the day of the funeral, a second national silence will take place at 11:55AM following the service which begins at 11:00AM. This will be a two minute silence.
Here's everything you need to know:
When and what time is the national minute of silence for the Queen?
On Monday, September 12, Downing Street confirmed that a national minute of silence will be held in memory of Queen Elizabeth II.
The minute of silence will happen the evening before the state funeral, on September 18 at 8:00PM.
The Prime Minister's official spokesman says the silence is to "mourn and reflect on the life and legacy of Queen Elizabeth II."
They added that people can mark the silence "privately at home on your own or with friends and neighbours, out on your doorstep or street with neighbours, or at any locally arranged community events and vigils".
The statement went on: "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."
Two minute national silence following state funeral
It has also been confirmed that Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral will end with a two minute silence at 11:55AM.
The funeral will begin at 11:00AM, following which the Queen will travel to Windsor Castle.
