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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Rowena Mason Deputy political editor

All six living former prime ministers among Queen’s funeral congregation

Former prime ministers and politicians seated together at Queen Elizabeth’s funeral service at Westminster Abbey, London.
Former prime ministers and politicians seated together at Queen Elizabeth’s funeral service at Westminster Abbey on Monday. Photograph: Gareth Fuller/AP

Liz Truss and Lady Scotland were the only two politicians to speak at the Queen’s funeral, giving readings from the Bible.

Truss, who became prime minister two weeks ago, was accompanied by her husband, Hugh O’Leary, for the service at Westminster Abbey. She was greeted by members of the clergy and shook their hands in turn before taking her seat.

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