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Josh Salisbury

Hackney Carnival cancelled ‘to observe period of national mourning’ after Queen’s death

People walking around food stalls and sound systems during the Hackney Carnival

(Picture: Alamy Stock Photo)

Hackney Carnival has been cancelled as a mark of respect following the death of her late Majesty the Queen.

Council officials said they would cancel the event, due to be held Sunday, September 11, as the nation enters an official period of mourning for its longest-reigning monarch.

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