NewsPeopleFriday, 9th September 2022, 10:06 amThe announcement of her passing was made by Buckingham Palace at 6.30pm on Thursday, September 8 following an earlier update about concerns for her health.Her Majesty the Queen has ruled for longer than any monarch in British history, dedicating her lifetime to serving the UK and Commonwealth.It was announced on Friday, September 9 by Buckingham Palace that a period of royal mourning will be observed from now until seven days after the Queen's funeral, the date of which will be confirmed in due course.

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