Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is currently receiving medical care while staying at the Balmoral Castle in Scotland.
In a statement provided by Buckingham Palace this afternoon, the Queen is said to be undergoing "medical supervision", and is currently "comfortable and resting". Many of the Queen's family, including the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, have arrived in Scotland to be by her side.
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Thousands of people across the country are sending the Royal Family their thoughts, with Prime Minister Liz Truss saying that "the whole country will be deeply concerned by the news." Many questions are flying about social media as to what happens if the Queen does pass away, and one debate is currently ongoing.
Lots of people are currently wondering what will happen to national events, such as football matches and other live events, if the Queen does pass away.
Here we have all the information on this current debate.
What will happen to national events if the Queen dies?
The passing of Queen Elizabeth II would start a national period of mourning across the UK, which would span across ten full days. According to the latest plans, large events such as sports fixtures would be postponed as a result of this tragic event.
Various other events would also be cancelled, and the Stock Exchange would also close. Parliament would reconvene as well, if it was not already in session at the time.
Flags across the country would be put to half mast, and TV and radio stations would broadcast alternative schedules. These plans would all be announced on various media platforms to the public, should the Queen pass away.
For more news on the latest announcements on the Queen, follow our live blog here for the up-to-date information.
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