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BPS Inspector To Take Part In Queen’s Funeral
Bermuda Police Inspector Derrick Golding will take part in ceremonial duties during the State Funeral for Queen Elizabeth II in the UK on Monday. A police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service, [BPS], will be represented at the State Funeral for Her Majesty the Queen. Inspector Derrick Golding will take part in ceremonial duties during... Read more of this article
Video: Legislature Session To Honour Queen
“This Honourable House conveys its deepest sorrow on the death of Her Majesty The Queen; expresses its sincere condolences to His Majesty The King and other members of the Royal Family and acknowledges her association with Bermuda and her people,” reads the Motion of Condolence that will be read in the Special Joint Session of the Legislature... Read more of this article
Over 4 Mile Queue Forms In UK For Queen
Thousands of people are in the queue to pay their final respects to Queen Elizabeth II in London, with the official queue tracker stating that it is currently 4.2 miles [6.75 km] long, with the estimated wait time of at least nine hours. In the Bermuda context, this is approximately equivalent to the distance from the airport to Shelly Bay or from the... Read more of this article
City Designates Tribute Spaces For The Queen
The City of Hamilton has designated two tribute locations for residents and visitors to pay their respects to the late Queen Elizabeth II. A spokesperson said, “Following the tragic passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the City of Hamilton has offered two tribute locations for residents and visitors to pay their respects. “The City... Read more of this article
Bermuda Flag Shown During Funeral Procession
Large crowds lined the streets as the funeral procession for Queen Elizabeth II made its way slowly through London, flanked by soldiers in ceremonial dress. At one point, the flags of the British Overseas Territories — including Bermuda — could be seen along the route. The coffin made its way through the heart of the capital borne on an... Read more of this article
Proclamation To Make Monday A Public Holiday
This Monday [Sept 19] will be a Public Holiday to coincide with the State Funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Government has confirmed. A Government House spokesperson said, “Today, Her Excellency the Governor, Ms Rena Lalgie, has made a Proclamation declaring Monday, 19th September a Public Holiday to coincide with the National Day... Read more of this article
Flag Flying At Half-Mast At Cabinet Office
The flag is flying at half-mast on the Cabinet Office grounds as a mark of respect for the late Queen Elizabeth II. The Bermuda Government tweeted the photo below, saying: “The Union Flag flying at half-mast on the Cabinet Office grounds as a mark of respect for Queen Elizabeth II.” The Government also noted that “the Official Book of Condolence... Read more of this article
Joint Session Of The Legislature On Friday
There will be a Joint Session of the Legislature on Friday [Sept 16] to allow MPs and Senators to offer condolences and tributes to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. A Government spokesperson said, “Government announced today that there is to be a Joint Session of the Legislature on Friday, September 16, 2022, from 10.00 a.m. – 12.30 p.m. “Led... Read more of this article
Sandcastle Crown & Corgi To Honour Queen
The Bermuda Sandcastle Competition paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in a uniquely Bermudian way, creating a sand sculpture depicting a corgi beside a crown. The Queen, who died Thursday at the age of 96, is reported to have had four dogs, two of whom are Pembroke Welsh corgis, Muick and Sandy. The Queen’s passion for corgis dated back to her... Read more of this article
Photos/Video: Proclamation Ceremony For King
[Updated with photos] A Proclamation Ceremony was held this morning [Sept 11] at the Flagpole on Front Street to mark the accession of His Majesty King Charles III, with the ceremony presided by Governor Rena Lalgie. We will have additional coverage later on and in the meantime the live video replay is below. Related Stories Proclamation... Read more of this article
Videos: Highlights Of Queen’s Bermuda Visits
Over the course of her 70 year reign, Queen Elizabeth II visited Bermuda several times, and the two videos below show a look at her first visit — in 1953 shortly after her coronation — and her last visit in 2009. Queen Elizabeth’s visits to Bermuda spanned nearly six decades, and these two videos offer a fascinating look at both. Related... Read more of this article
Proclamation Ceremony On September 11
On Sunday [Sept 11] at 9.00am at the Flagpole on Front Street there will be a Proclamation Ceremony to mark the accession of His Majesty King Charles III. A Government spokesperson has confirmed that “in keeping with the protocol on the passing of the Sovereign, the UK and the Overseas Territories have entered a period of National Mourning.” A... Read more of this article
Photos & Video: 21-Rifle Salute For The Queen
[Updated with photos] The Royal Bermuda Regiment [RBR] performed a 21-rifle salute today [Sept 9] in honour of Queen Elizabeth II. Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, died yesterday [Sept 8] aged 96 at Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire, Scotland, ending her 70 year reign. Government House posted the photos below online, saying, “Today,... Read more of this article
Anthem Words Change To ‘God Save The King’
King Charles III ascended to the throne after the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II today [Sept 8], so the words of the national anthem will be altered to ‘God Save The King’. As a British Overseas Territory, ‘God Save The King’, previously, ‘God Save The Queen’, is also the official national anthem for Bermuda and is generally... Read more of this article
Bermuda Regiment Rifle Salute For The Queen
There will be a 21-rifle salute by the Royal Bermuda Regiment tomorrow [Sept 9] to mark the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. A spokesperson said, “Government House is advising this evening, that following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Her Excellency the Governor and her Office will observe a period of mourning. Animation of the Queen at the historic... Read more of this article
Tributes Paid To Queen Elizabeth II
[Updated] “A life of undimmed duty, a model of strength and devotion to country,” said Premier David Burt today following news that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away at Balmoral Castle in Scotland at the age of 96. “Queen Elizabeth’s reign has spanned decades of such immense change for the United Kingdom and the world. The recognition... Read more of this article
