Prince Andrew won't wear military uniform in events mourning Queen Elizabeth II's death – but will for final vigil

Working members of the Royal Household will put on army uniform when current at 5 ceremonial occasions throughout this era of mourning Queen Elizabeth II.

These are the Service of Thanksgiving at St Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh, the procession to Westminster Corridor and repair of prayer and reflection, the Vigil at Westminster Corridor, the state funeral at Westminster Abbey and the Committal Service at St George’s Chapel Windsor.

It comes after King Charles III accepted addresses of condolence from the Home of Lords and the Home of Commons on the historical venue.

He then made a speech, because the King leads the nation's mourning of Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince Andrew
Prince Andrew
HANNAH MCKAY
The hearse carrying the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II
The hearse carrying the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II
Andrew Milligan

The King quoted Shakespeare in a tribute to his mom, as he addressed Parliament for the primary time since turning into monarch.

He mentioned: “As Shakespeare mentioned of the sooner Queen Elizabeth, she was a sample to all princes residing.”

In a while Monday, the Crown of Scotland will likely be positioned on her coffin whereas it lies in relaxation in Edinburgh.

Traditionally, the Crown has been utilized in ceremonies to signify the sovereign’s presence and it is going to be positioned on Elizabeth II’s coffin by Alexander Douglas-Hamilton, the sixteenth Duke of Hamilton.

Historic Surroundings Scotland confirmed it can stay along with her whereas she lies in relaxation at St Giles’ Cathedral in Edinburgh – the place 1000's of Scots are anticipated to go to pay their ultimate respects.

Massive crowds are anticipated to be current on the cathedral, the place mourners will likely be allowed to file previous her coffin from about 5.30pm on Monday till 3pm on Tuesday.

After that, the Crown of Scotland will likely be returned to Edinburgh Citadel – the place it's often on show – and will likely be current for guests to see when the citadel reopens on Wednesday.

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