Large queues are forming along the banks of the river Thames, as people wait for the Queen's lying-in-state to begin. BBC London's HarryLow47 is there. Here's some guidance to be aware of if you're planning on heading to Westminster:
What you need to know about the Queen's lying-in-state?Mourners wishing to pay their final respects to the Queen have been warned to expect long queues.
those wanting to take part in the historic occasion may have to wait for hours, or even overnightThe lying-in-state begins at 17:00 BST on Wednesday and will last until 06:30 on Monday 19 September - the day of the Queen's funeral. It will be open 24 hours a day between those times.Video by Paul Murphy-Kasp and Wendy Hurrell
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Airport-style security searches to see Queen lying in state at Westminster HallIf you wish to visit the Queen lying in state, be prepared to be subjected to an airport-style security search as the government has published official guidance for what to expect in the days leading up to the state funeral.
Read more »
'A profound moment': Mayor of West Yorkshire pays tribute to Queen at Leeds Civic Hall“She visited us on many occasions across the decades and I know that the lives that she touched, they will never forget that moment.”
Read more »
Lancashire book of condolence for Queen Elizabeth II opens at County HallBook of condolence in the Chapel at County Hall in Preston. Picture: Lancashire County Council Lancashire residents are invited to sign a book of condolence
Read more »
Queen dies - latest news: What to expect today as Queen leaves Buckingham Palace for final timeQueen Elizabeth's journey from Edinburgh has ended on the rain-soaked streets of London. On Wednesday her family will accompany her coffin to Westminster Hall where the lying in state period will begin.
Read more »
Queen Consort Camilla's subtle nod to late Queen with rare accessoryCamilla, the new Queen Consort, joined husband King Charles III during the Queen's coffin procession to St Giles Cathedral in Edinburgh ahead of the Vigil of the Princes, wearing a brooch gifted by the late monarch
Read more »