BREAKING: The Queen Elizabeth II has passed away
The world's eyes are on the Royal Family...
"The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon. The King and the Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow."
Buckingham Palace has announced the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.
ECR Newswatch reports that Queen Elizabeth II was the longest-reigning monarch in British history and the world's oldest head of state.
Read the full update on the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on ECR Newswatch by clicking here.
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In case you missed it, here's the latest update prior to this announcement:
It's no secret that Queen Elizabeth || of England has been struggling with her health recently.
ECR News reported that the 96-year-old monarch has been dogged by health problems since October last year, leaving her with difficulties to walk and stand.
"Following further evaluation this morning, the Queen's doctors are concerned for Her Majesty's health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision," Buckingham Palace said in a statement.
Read More: Queen's doctors 'concerned' for her health: palace
Many people are speculating that Operation London bridge is already underway.
Rumours show that the BBC are in preparation for her majesty's passing.
News reporters are wearing all black...
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Here's some things that will happen when the Queen dies:
- Young will contact the Prime Minister with the code word "London Bridge is down"
- The Press Association will be informed, alerting the world's media
- The BBC will activate their 'Radio Alert Transmission System' (Rats) - sometimes known as 'royal about to snuff it' - which is reserved for the death of major royals
- The media will release their pre-prepared stories, films and obituaries
- Blue obituary lights will start flashing in commercial radio stations, and DJs will switch to the news in the next few minutes
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Royal family members are currently gathered in Balmoral and believed to be by the Queen's side.
Stay tuned for more on this developing story.
“I begin by expressing on behalf of the benches our concern for Her Majesty and the assurance of our thoughts and prayers for her and the royal family.”
The head of state of the United Kingdom and 14 other Commonwealth realms is Queen Elizabeth II.
She is currently 96-years-old and has lived a full life.
Here is a quick timeline of some of the pivotal moments in the Queen's life.
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