The UK is set to fall silent tonight when a one-minute silence is held in memory of the Queen.
Sporting events have already held one-minute silences for the Queen in the days since her death
The government announced the silence - officially called a National Moment of Reflection - on Monday, as the country mourns the death of Elizabeth II.Announcing the 'moment of reflection', the government invited people to mark it in whichever way they see fit. "The silence can be marked privately at home, with friends and family, out on doorsteps or the street with neighbours, or at locally arranged community events and vigils," the government said.Downing Street said the “shared national moment of reflection” will be an opportunity for everyone across the UK to mark the Queen’s death, with the Prime Minister's official spokesman adding that people are encouraged to “come together”.
The Queen's state funeral will take place at 11am on Monday at Westminster Abbey, before Her late Majesty is buried at St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle.
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