The nation is in mourning following the death of Her Majesty the Queen.
The palace confirmed the Queen died peacefully at Balmoral on Thursday afternoon as her family and senior royals travelled over to be by her side. A plan known as Operation London Bridge has now been put in place, which sets out exactly what will happen in the coming days ahead of Her Majesty's funeral.
The plans will see major differences to what events are on, where we shop and even what appears on TV. Here we take a look at the closures and cancellations that are currently in place in and around Merseyside and those that are expected in the coming days.
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Shops and banks
The day of the Queen's funeral will be a Day of National Mourning, but employers will not be made to give staff the day off. There will also be church services and memorial services across the UK.
Shops will close or only be open for reduced hours, but it is up to the individual business to decide whether they stay open or allow employees time off. Banks are also expected to close on the day of the funeral.
Liverpool ONE said in a statement on Thursday: "Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II (1926 to 2022) The entire Liverpool ONE community is saddened by The Queen’s death and our thoughts are with The King, The Queen Consort and the Royal Family."
Pubs and restaurants
As with shops and other businesses, it is up to pubs and restaurants whether they decide to close in the coming days or on the day of the funeral.
The Elephant Pub & Bakehouse in Woolton was among the Liverpool pubs that decided to close on Thursday evening following the news of the Queen's death.
In an announcement on Facebook, the pub said: "Out of respect for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II we will be closing the pub tonight at 7:30PM. Existing reservations will be contacted directly by our team.
"We will be back open from 11:45AM tomorrow. Rest In Peace Ma’am."
The British Pub & Beer Association said on Twitter: "We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. Her duty to our country has been extraordinary and our condolences are with the Royal Family. In the coming days we will work with our nation's pubs & brewers to pay respect in communities across the country."
Sports
Sporting events have been postponed this Friday following Her Majesty's death. Decisions have yet to be made regarding the weekend's fixture, however it's believed postponements will not be mandatory after today.
The EFL has confirmed that its fixtures for this evening, September 9, will be postponed including Tranmere Rovers v Stockport County.
A statement issued by EFL on Thursday evening said: "As a mark of respect, following the passing of Her Majesty, The Queen Elizabeth II earlier today, the EFL has confirmed that its fixtures scheduled for tomorrow evening (Friday 9 September) – Burnley v Norwich City and Tranmere Rovers v Stockport County - have been postponed.
"A determination regarding the remainder of this weekend’s scheduled fixtures will be made following a review of the official mourning guidance, in addition to further consultation with DCMS and other sports on Friday morning."
Tourist attractions
Tourists attractions across Merseyside and beyond have announced closures over the coming days.
Chester Zoo told visitors it will remain open today (Friday, September 9) but has confirmed it will be closed on the date of the State Funeral.
Southport Pleasureland will also remain closed for the next two weekends as a mark of respect following the death of Her Majesty the Queen.
CEO Norman Wallis has decided to suspend all entertainment activity at the popular waterfront attraction as the country enters an official period of mourning. A Southport Pleasureland spokesperson said: "Under these exceptional and unforeseen circumstances, tickets bought in advance for the next two weekends will be refunded."
Theatres, cinemas and music venues
Theatres across Merseyside and the rest of the country are expected to continue with their performances over the coming days, but will be dimming their lights as a mark of their respect to Her Majesty.
Liverpool Empire Theatre said customers with bookings for performances in the coming days will be contacted with further information shortly.
In a statement on Thursday evening, Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse theatres said: "Our theatres remain open, with shows continuing as planned but as a mark of respect, we have lit our buildings in purple."
Cinema listings at Liverpool's Odeon and Cineworld cinemas appear to be scheduled as usual this Friday. It is yet to be confirmed whether film listings will be affected over the next ten days.
A statement on the Odeon's website reads: "We offer our sincere condolences to the Windsor family following the sad death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We will always remember her indisputable kindness, as well as the service and dedication she gave to our country."
The M&S Bank Arena have blacked out their website as a sign of respect to Her Majesty.
The arena tweeted on Thursday: "We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family during this difficult time. Rest in Peace, Your Majesty."
Festivals and events
The organisers of Reminisce Festival which is due to take place in Sherdley Park, St Helens, this weekend have confirmed it will go ahead as planned.
A statement on the Reminisce Festival Facebook page said: "The Organisers of Reminisce Festival have confirmed that the event will take place on Saturday 10th September.
"They are deeply saddened to hear of the Queen's passing and will be observing any silences or broadcasting any appropriate tributes over the weekend for festival go-ers who wish to pay their respects to our Queen during this momentous time in British History. The Reminisce Team send their heartfelt sympathy to the Queen’s family during this devastating time."
The 9 th Bishop of Liverpool will no longer be announced today as planned.
The announcement was due to be made during a visit to the Beacon CE Primary School in Everton today, September 9, but will now be rescheduled.
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