Liz Truss described the Queen as “the rock upon which modern Britain was founded” as she led the nation in mourning the 96-year-old monarch’s passing.
The Prime Minister stated that the ‘devastating’ occurrence signified the end of the second Elizabethan era and that her death was ‘a profound loss’ for the nation and the world.
Following the conclusion of the Queen’s 70-year reign, Union Jacks flew at half mast in Downing Street, where she spoke.
The death of the adored monarch at age 96 occurs just days after Ms. Truss was formally designated prime minister and traveled to Balmoral on Tuesday.
She was the 15th prime minister during the Queen’s 70-year reign, and the ‘kissing of hands’ event marked the Queen’s final personal political role until her departure this afternoon.
Ms. Truss referred to Charles as King Charles III, adding, “Today the Crown passes, as it has for over a thousand years, to our new monarch, our new head of state, his majesty King Charles III.”
She concluded with, “God save the king.”
The Prime Minister stated that the ‘devastating’ occurrence signified the end of the second Elizabethan era and that her death was ‘a profound loss’ for the nation and the world.
The death of the adored monarch at age 96 occurs just days after Ms. Truss was formally designated prime minister and traveled to Balmoral on Tuesday.
Tonight, the Union Jacks above 10 Downing Street were at half-staff.
Ms. Truss continued, praising the Queen, “It is an incredible accomplishment to have reigned with such dignity and elegance for 70 years. Her service extended beyond the majority of our live recollections.
In return, the people of the United Kingdom and the rest of the globe adored and admired her.
She has been a source of inspiration for me and many other Britons; her dedication to duty is an example for all of us.
Former Prince of Wales Charles is now King. Imminently, he will address the nation as the world mourns Britain’s longest-reigning king.
Doctors expressed “worry” for her health, prompting her children to rush to Balmoral. She passed away hours later, surrounded by her family.
Her death was verified around 6.30 p.m. A spokeswoman for Buckingham Palace stated, “The Queen passed away quietly at Balmoral this afternoon.” This evening, the King and Queen Consort will remain in Balmoral and will travel to London tomorrow.
Britain and her Commonwealth states will observe a ten-day period of mourning following the death of the Queen, during which millions of her subjects in the UK and abroad will come to grips with her loss.
And as her son ascends to the throne, there will also be a celebration of her historic 70-year reign, which culminated in her reaching her Platinum Jubilee this year – a milestone that will likely never again be reached by a British monarch.