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Ffion Lewis

The Queen's funeral order of service in full

Queen Elizabeth II George of Wales Prince of Wales Princess of Wales Westminster Buckingham Palace Chapel Royal David Hoyle MBE Duke of Kent Duke of York

The full order of service for the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II has been released by Buckingham Palace. The funeral, which takes place in Westminister Abbey on Monday, September 19, is set to be watched by millions of people across the globe. The Queen, Britain's longest-serving monarch, died on September 8 aged 96.

The order of service, published by Buckingham Palace ahead of the funeral, includes some the Queen's favourite hymns, prayers and recitals, chosen by the monarch herself. Before the service, the tenor bell will be tolled every minute for 96 minutes, reflecting the years of Queen Elizabeth II's life.

Read more: The Queen's funeral live: Crowds gather in London as doors close on Westminster Hall where Elizabeth II has been lying in state

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