UK: Mass public mourning events, business, and transport disruptions continue nationwide Sept. 12-19, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II /update 1

Event

Public mourning gatherings, business closures, and localized transport disruptions will likely continue across the UK over the coming days following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The UK government has declared a national mourning period after the long-reigning British monarch passed away on Sept. 8 at Scotland's Balmoral Castle.

The formal events that will mark this period are:

• Sept. 12: The queen's coffin will move from the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh to St Giles' Cathedral in a procession, starting at about 14:25. King Charles III will walk behind the coffin.

• Sept 13: The queen's coffin will be driven from St Giles' Cathedral to Edinburgh airport, then travel by plane to RAF Northolt. It will arrive in London around 19:00 and then travel to Buckingham Palace. King Charles III will visit Belfast.

• Sept. 14: The queen's coffin will travel from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall shortly after 14:00, where it will lie in state for four days. Crowds will likely line the streets along Queen's Gardens, The Mall, Horse Guards and Horse Guards Arch, Whitehall, Parliament Street, Parliament Square, and New Palace Yard. The general public will be able to pay their respects, 24 hours per day, from 17:00 until 06:30 on Sept. 19. Long queues are expected.

• Sept. 16: The king will travel to Cardiff.

• Sept. 19: The day has been declared a Bank Holiday and a day of National Mourning. The queen's lying in state will end, and the coffin will be taken to Westminster Abbey for the state funeral. Heads of state from around the world are likely to attend. The coffin will then travel in procession to Wellington Arch, from where it will travel to Windsor, where a committal service will take place.

Tight security will be deployed at these events. Additionally, other types of both formal and spontaneous public gatherings are likely across the UK. Crowds will likely continue to gather outside Royal residences, including Buckingham, St. James, and Kensington palaces. Such events will probably cause localized traffic congestion, but severe disruptions are unlikely. Some businesses may close for varying lengths of time out of respect for the late sovereign.

Across the world, British Embassies will open books of condolence, and heightened security is likely to be deployed as these establishments are opened to the public.

Some public events not associated with mourning the queen's passing will likely be canceled. Medical facilities, police, national defense assets, and emergency services will continue to operate, though some services may be reduced.

Advice

Plan accordingly for business and transport disruptions. Verify business appointments through mid-September, as cancellations are possible. Confirm all travel reservations, including flight, rail, bus, and private vehicles, before checking out of hotels. Follow local travel and security advice in London and other major urban centers during this period.