Buckingham Palace said the long-serving Monarch passed away “peacefully” on Thursday afternoon at Balmoral aged 96. Her eldest son has now become King Charles III.

Key updates:

● Proclamation: Charles III has officially been proclaimed King in Jersey. Watch the ceremony in full here and find out why his ceremony will be very different to that of his namesake, Charles II, which also took place in Jersey.

○ Tributes led by the Bailiff and Acting Lieutenant-Governor, Sir Timothy Le Cocq, and the island’s Chief Minister, Deputy Kristina Moore, who has also written to the King on behalf of the Government.

● States Members and community group leaders have been sharing praise and gratitude for the Queen’s many decades of committed service – among them, the Deanand former Chief Minister John Le Fondré. 

○ Flags: Half-mast or full? Here are the exact rules to bear in mind during the Proclamation and period of mourning.

● Riot of sound and colour to pay tribute to a vibrant Queen – Chief Minister and Deputy among first to leave flower tribute in Royal Square, church bells chime and 96-gun salute fired.

○ Queues mount for books of condolence

●  “Pay your respects in a way that feels right for you,”says Bailiff

○ Politicians share their memories at Special States Assembly sitting, which begins with one-minute silence

● Politics: Decision to postpone cost of living crisis ‘mini budget’ debate during period of mourning

○ Bank holiday: States Members have approved a bank holiday for Queen Elizabeth II’s funeralon Monday 19 September.

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11 SEPTEMBER

“Hip hip hooray!”

Bailiff leads three cheers for His Majesty the King as today’s Proclamation ceremony in the Royal Square comes to an end.

 
11 SEPTEMBER

Bank holiday for Queen’s funeral approved

States Members agreed the move with 44 votes in favour at a Special States sitting starting at midday.

11 SEPTEMBER

Watch Jersey’s ceremony live

11 SEPTEMBER

Watch Guernsey’s Proclamation ceremony live at the island’s Crown Pier

11 SEPTEMBER 

Crowds are gathering in the Royal Square

10 SEPTEMBER

Queen’s funeral date confirmed – public holiday expected in Jersey

The Queen’s funeral will take place on Monday 19 September, it has been confirmed.

It will take place at Westminster Abbey, after she lies in state for four days.

King Charles III confirmed this morning that there will be a public holiday in the UK, and the States of Guernsey has announced it will also be holding a public holiday. Jersey is expected to do the same.

10 SEPTEMBER 

Jersey Proclamation ceremony to be live-streamed 

Alongside the public reading of the Proclamation in the Royal Square tomorrow the event will be live streamed through social media here.

For those unable to make their way into St. Helier, there will also be additional screens at St. Ouen, St. John and Grouville Parish Halls.

Here’s a reminder of the running order. 

10 SEPTEMBER 

Gorey Castle throws open its doors

At the request of the Bailiff, Mont Orgueil Castle has opened its doors to all islanders for free this weekend to allow them to view the famous 3D holographic portrait of the Queen and pay their respects. 

‘Equanimity’ – by Chris Levine, holographer Rob Munday and commissioned by Jersey Heritage – will be on display alongside a portrait of the Queen with her eyes closed, the ‘Lightness of Being’.

Find out the stories behind the iconic portraits here. 

10 SEPTEMBER

Flags back at full-mast…for now

Following the Proclamation of the King, flags should now be flown at full mast until 13:00 tomorrow.

Here’s the official guidance around flags.

10 SEPTEMBER

Advice on Suicide Prevention Day 

Following the death of the Queen, Jersey’s Director of Mental Health Services, Andy Weir, has shared a message of support to those particularly struggling following the death of the Queen in line with World Suicide Prevention Day today.

“Following the sad loss of Our Majesty the Queen, we recognise that this is likely to increase feelings of sadness, loss and uncertainty for many people – and especially those who may already be struggling.

“I would like to signal to anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts and feelings that there is hope, that things can change and improve – even though sometimes it really doesn’t feel like that – and that there are people who care and wish to help them with their problems. I really want to encourage anyone that is struggling to reach out and seek help.

“I encourage islanders to offer support to those in our community that need it – no action is too big or too small to make a difference. This could include:

    • Reaching out and connecting with someone that may be struggling
    • Letting someone know if you are struggling with suicidal thoughts
    • Supporting the Run for Kezia on Saturday 10 September
    • Placing a candle in a window at 20:00 on Saturday 10 September.”
10 SEPTEMBER

Charles III officially proclaimed King

Charles III has officially been confirmed as King in a ceremony at St. James’s Palace.

Proclamations will now be held around the UK, starting with the City of London, in the devolved nations and Crown Dependencies – here’s a reminder of how it will unfold in Jersey tomorrow. 

8:14, 9 SEPTEMBER

Road closures planned on Proclamation day

9 SEPTEMBER

Mini budget debate pushed back

A vote on the Government’s £56.5m proposed package of measures to help islanders deal with the cost of living crisis due to take place next week has been pushed back in the wake of Her Majesty’s death. States Members made the decision at the end of today’s Special Sitting.

9 SEPTEMBER

Alderney says goodbye to “lynchpin” Monarch

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9 SEPTEMBER

Sports updates:

15:25, 9 SEPTEMBER

How will Charles III officially be proclaimed King in Jersey?

The Bailiff’s office have released details of exactly how the special ceremony will go on Sunday.

15:00, 9 SEPTEMBER

Special States sitting and one-minute silence

States Members are currently paying tributes to Her Majesty. The Royal Mace has been shielded by a black covering for the Special Sitting.

13:00, 9 SEPTEMBER

Jersey joins in as 96-gun salutes fired across the UK

9 SEPTEMBER

Queue begins to mount for book of condolence in Royal Square

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9 SEPTEMBER

“Pay your respects in a way that feels right for you”, says Bailiff

12:04, 9 SEPTEMBER

Chief Minister’s letter to the King released

11:02, 9 SEPTEMBER
Pride to go ahead – with no parade
10:51, 9 SEPTEMBER

Chief Minister and Deputy lay flowers in Royal Square

 

10:14, 9 SEPTEMBER

Climate Change Forum postponed

The local branches of the Women’s Institute were due to hold a climate change event at St. Lawrence Church this weekend.

This morning, they announced:

“It is with great sadness that we have heard of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a loyal and dedicated member of the WI for 80 years.

“With respect for the 12 days of mourning, the WI Jersey Foundation Climate Change Forum has been postponed.”

09:59, 9 SEPTEMBER

Ringing of bells

The Bailiff’s Chamber has said that “Bells may be rung (muffled where possible) or tolled at the discretion of local churches” for one hour at noon today.

09:29, 9 SEPTEMBER

All Royal Court sittings “as planned”

All sittings of the Royal Court are going ahead as planned today, it has been confirmed by the Bailiff’s Chamber.

This includes this morning’s Samedi session, which will include one licensing application, one indictment, and one indictment and sentencing. Property transactions will also be going ahead.

9:23, 9 SEPTEMBER

Sports events will go ahead today

Jersey Sport today advised sports teams:

“Following the sad death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the following guidance has been issued by the Baliff’s Chambers:

All organised events are to go ahead today and over the weekend. Protocols for events next week will be announced by the Baliff’s Chambers, and Jersey Sport will share with sports as it becomes available.

The guidance is that all events today and across the weekend must be respectful and hold a minute’s silence where possible.

The Baliff’s Chambers are awaiting protocol timings of official events and the schedule will be published by them later this morning.”

07:51, 9 SEPTEMBER

GUIDE: How Jersey will mark the Queen’s death today

The Bailiff has released the following information about plans to mark the passing of Her Majesty on Friday:

09:00 – Islanders invited to leave flowers at steps of Royal Court

12:00 – Books of condolence opened

13:00 – 96-gun salute

15:00 – Special States sitting starts

15:05 – One-minute silence in States Chamber and across the island

15:30 – States sitting expected to finish

Click here for full details.

9 SEPTEMBER

What are the rules for flying flags?

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The Bailiff announced last night that all flags across the island should be lowered to half-mast. 

The UK Government has issued guidance for the flying of flags across the UK and Crown Dependencies in the wake of Her Majesty’s death, covering: what “half-mast” means, how long flags must remain there, and exactly which flags the rules apply to.

Click here for the full set of rules.

01:06, 9 SEPTEMBER

Ex-Chief Minister reflects on “extraordinary” life 

Former Chief Minister John Le Fondré has joined members of the island community in paying tribute to Her Majesty on social media.

23:54, 8 SEPTEMBER

Pride plans in doubt

The Channel Islands Pride festival may no longer be taking place this weekend.

Liberate, which organises the annual LGBTQ+ community celebration, said they were reviewing plans in light of the Queen’s death.

They also confirmed that Friday’s all-day Power and Equality conference – for which patron Lord Cashman was due to be keynote speaker – had been cancelled in light of the Royal news.

Read more here.

22:35, 8 SEPTEMBER

Guernsey shares plans for period of mourning

22:35, 8 SEPTEMBER

Repair Café opening pushed back

The inaugural session of the new Grouville Repair Café scheduled for this Saturday will no longer be going ahead.

Organiser Jennifer Bridge said it was out of “deep respect” for the mourning period following the Queen’s death.

21:11, 8 SEPTEMBER

Express Special Edition: Islanders react to the loss of Notre Duc

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Find a round-up of all of the tributes paid to La Reine, Notre Due across the Channel Islands in tonight’s special edition email.

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21:11, 8 SEPTEMBER

Queen “had a lively and deep-seated faith”

The Dean of Jersey recalled the Queen’s “lively and deep-seated faith” as he paid tribute to a Monarch who was “steadfast and dependable in a fast-changing world.”

2!:00, 8 SEPTEMBER

96-gun salute planned

19:53, 8 SEPTEMBER

Run for Kezia “under review”

8 SEPTEMBER

Politicians mourn “beloved” Queen Elizabeth II

Floods of tributes have been pouring in from Jersey’s States Members to Her Majesty the Queen, who died this afternoon at Balmoral.

Deputy Chief Minister said that Her Majesty was an “incredible monarch” and someone “from whose example we can all learn.”

Leader of the island’s largest political party, Reform Jersey, Deputy Sam Mézec, said it was an “incredibly sad day” and that it “is unlikely we will ever see such dedication from a head of state again in our lifetimes.”

8 SEPTEMBER

Community groups share “thanks and gratitude”

Charities, parishes, schools, businesses, communities groups and public figures across the island have been paying tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II.

Many took to social media to share their sense of grief and sadness at the passing of the Monarch at the age of 96, as well as their gratitude for her service.

19:44, 8 SEPTEMBER

Guernsey leaders pay tribute

The island’s Lieutenant-Governor, Lieutenant General Richard Cripwell CB CBE, said it was his “most sad and solemn duty to receive official notification of the passing of Her Majesty and to convey it to others in the Bailiwick”.

“Even in this time of great sadness, I know that everyone in the Bailiwick will always remember Her Majesty’s exceptional devotion to Her people, Her extraordinary service to those She represented and Her love of these Islands,” he added. 

The island’s Bailiff, Richard McMahon, spoke of his and the Bailiwick’s “profound sense of loss”following the death of Her Majesty The Queen.

Chief Minister of Guernsey, Deputy Peter Ferbrache, said Her Majesty “represented continuity, constancy and commitmentto people in the Bailiwick and around the globe.”

19:39, 8 SEPTEMBER

Chief Minister to write to King

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Chief Minister Deputy Kristina Moore said she will be writing to His Majesty The King to express the Government’s “deepest sympathies and islanders’ admiration for the life and service of Her Majesty”.

Deputy Moore praised “La Reine, Notre Duc” for her “reign and her devotion to public service”, which she said “remains an inspiration to many islanders.” 

19:13, 8 SEPTEMBER

Plans for flowers and books of condolence 

The Bailiff’s Office has announced that flowers and tributes can be laid on the steps of the Royal Court, before a portrait of Her Majesty the Queen, from 09:00 on Friday.

From midday on Friday, there will be books of condolence at the Royal Court Building, Office of the Lieutenant Governor and all Parish and Public Halls.

There will also be a virtual book of condolence will be made available at www.royal.uk.

19:13, 8 SEPTEMBER

Order to lower flags

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All flags across the island are to be lowered to half-mast, with immediate effect, until further notice, following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Bailiff has said.

Flags have already been lowered at Fort Regent, the Government’s Broad Street headquarters, and the Town Hall in St. Helier.

19:13, 8 SEPTEMBER

Bailiff praises Her Majesty

Jersey’s Bailiff and Acting Lieutenant-Governor, Sir Timothy Le Cocq, led tributes to Her Majesty in Jersey.

He described her as an “example of duty discharged and promises kept, and she has worked tirelessly over the decades for the wellbeing of all her peoples and of the Commonwealth.”

19:04, 8 SEPTEMBER

King Charles III: “We mourn profoundly”

18:30, 8 SEPTEMBER

Queen dies “peacefully”

At 18:30 on Thursday 8 September, Buckingham Palace confirmed that the Queen died “peacefully” this afternoon at Balmoral. They said the King and Queen Consort would remain there and return to London  

“The King and The Queen Consort will remain at Balmoral this evening and will return to London tomorrow.”

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