Queen Elizabeth II’ funeral date confirmed

Queen Elizabeth II's funeral date has been confirmed by Buckingham Palace.

The late Queen Elizabeth II's funeral will take place at 11am on Monday, 19 September in Westminister Abbey, London. 

The Queen will then lie in state for four days where she will then be taken from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall on Wednesday - from this day, members of the public will then be able to file past and pay their respects. 

A minute-silence on Sunday, 18 September has also been announced by Buckingham Palace - you can find the full details by clicking here.