National Silence for Reflection - Sunday 18 September at 8.00pm

A Moment of Reflection on the Eve of the Funeral of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

All citizen are invited to step outside their homes, just before 8.00pm, to observe the silence.

During the Minute we will have an opportunity, in silence, to reflect on the lifetime of service which Her late Majesty devoted to the United Kingdom, the Realms and Territories and to the Commonwealth. 

The Queen was sure in her faith and steadfast in her duty, bringing constancy through 70 years of change. 

We will remember Her late Majesty with affection and gratitude and silently give thanks in our hearts for her unswerving devotion to us and to our Country.

 

At 20.00 the silence begins

Silence will be kept

At 20.01 end of the Silence

Applause

The vigil concludes with all citizens saying:

God Save The King

and the singing of the National Anthem