A National Moment of Reflection is set to be held to commemorate the Queen - here's what it is and when it's taking place
Millions of mourners are set to descend on London in coming days to pay their respects to Her Majesty.
But tributes can also be paid much closer to home for those unable to get to the capital, with the National Moment of Reflection just one of many ways Brits can get involved.What is the National Moment of Reflection? The National Moment of Reflection is intended to mourn the passing of the Queen and reflect on her legacy.
A one-minute silence will be held across the UK, with people overseas also being encouraged to participate.The National Moment of Reflection will take place at 8pm on Sunday 18 September.The silence can be marked at home with friends and family or on the street with neighbours.How does it differ from the Queen's two-minute silence?
As well as the National Moment of Reflection, a two-minute silence will be held at 11.55am on Monday to conclude the Queen's state funeral.It will follow the sounding of the Last Post, bringing the Westminster Abbey service to an end.
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