Following the death of Her Majesty the Queen yesterday, Slough CVS would like to offer our sincere condolences to the Royal Family. On her 21st birthday, Princess Elizabeth promised her people that “her whole life, whether it be long or short, shall be devoted to your service.” A life of dignified support and dedication until the end for our country and what an example to us all. Rest in peace Your Majesty. We thank you for your service, your duty is done.Some useful information and key considerations for your organisationFrom RBWM – Paying tribute to Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth IIFrom NCVO – What charities need to know during this period of mourning From Directory of Social Change – Considerations for the coming days
The Demise of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: National Mourning Guidance
The Government has issued guidance following the passing of Her Majesty the Queen, which gives advice for museums, galleries and entertainment events, as well as websites and social media.
Business and public services
There is no obligation on organisations to suspend business during the National Mourning period. Depending on the nature and location of their business and the tone of planned events, some businesses may wish to consider closing or postponing events, especially on the day of the State Funeral, however this is at the discretion of individual businesses. Public services will continue as usual, although there may be some changes to service availability. Further guidance on any potential considerations relating to the day of the State Funeral will be issued if needed.
Websites and social media
Online communication channels can also be used to reflect the demise of Her Majesty and participate in the period of National Mourning. Organisations can acknowledge the mourning period by making changes to the homepage of their website, for example, with the use of black edging or black banners.
Organisations and individuals may also wish to share their memories of Her Majesty online. There is no set way to mark the passing of Her Majesty on social media. Organisations may wish to review their planned content for the period.
Any changes to websites or social media pages should take into consideration accessibility requirements for visually impaired users.
Her Majesty The Queen’s Committal Service to take place in Windsor
Councillor Andrew Johnson, the leader of the council, said: “We are honoured and humbled that the committal service for Her Majesty The Queen will be taking place in our borough at Windsor Castle on Monday 19 September, following the State Funeral in Westminster Abbey.
“It will be an historic and moving moment for us all to remember and pay our respects to The Queen, reflect on her lasting legacy and on her long and close association with the Royal Borough and Windsor in particular, of which we’re extremely proud. Although this private service will happen at St George’s Chapel, it will also be televised.”
Read more on the RBWM website
Arrangements for the Funeral of Her Majesty The Queen
Guidance for leaving floral tributes
The Royal Family have issued guidance for those wishing to pay tribute by leaving floral tributes at Royal Residences.
If you are visiting Windsor to leave a floral tribute to Her Majesty The Queen, please ensure that you remove any plastic packaging from the flowers and leave them outside Cambridge Gate at the top of the Long Walk, as directed by stewards.
Flowers from this area will be moved inside Windsor Castle on a regular basis.
Leave your tributes in the Online Book of Condolence
The Royal Family have created an online Book of Condolence, as there are no physical condolence books at Royal Residences.
Slough Carers Support is here for you
We have extended the opening of our support line until 6pm this week so please do not hesitate to give us a call on 01753 303428 if you need support and a comforting voice.