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If one were to be pedantic that list is of the countries where she is Queen de facto - there are many other countries where she is Queen de jure (and if any of them reverted to being a monarchy she would be Queen of again de facto) - South Africa, Zimbabwe, Tanganyika (not Tanzania), Uganda, Kenya, Gambia, Ghana, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Malta, Fiji, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Ireland
Here reign has lasted for almost 65 years, not 64.he Queen's ill health may again prevent her from attending church on Sunday.
The monarch has stayed out of the public eye since Christmas after being struck down with a heavy cold.
Buckingham Palace was unable to confirm whether the 90-year-old would be attending the Sunday service at Sandringham and refused to comment on Princess Anne’s assurances on New Year’s Day that the Queen was feeling “better”.
Speculation as to whether the Queen is well enough to resume her usual routine remains just that, as palace officials said her appearance will be confirmed after 9.30am on Sunday.
Queen Elizabeth broke protocol for the first time in her almost 64-year reign when she decided not to attend both her traditional Christmas and New Year's church services.
Obviously, she is not Queen de jure of any of the aforementioned countries as they are all republics governed by a republican constitution that recognizes no queen or king as their Head of State. At most, she can be a pretender to the (defunct) thrones, if any, of those countries.
What is the difference between de jure and pretender ? She may be pretender to Ireland - but she was certain Queen of ... all of the other countries mentioned - oh and Zambia and Malawi ... and there have been intimations about restoring the monarchy in Fiji ...
Joe Little, the managing editor of Majesty magazine, said : "I am hopeful that she will have sufficiently recovered to appear in public tomorrow and sit for an hour long service in church.
"Missing one week at church was a little bit of concern and when she didn't attend for a second week, it escalated that concern. If she missed a third week, then it would be at the alarming stage."
Theresa May is poised to join a revolt against plans to move MPs out of crumbling Parliament for six years – because of the disruption that would be caused to the Queen’s funeral in the event of her death during that time.
Relocating the MPs would mean closing the Palace of Westminster – including historic Westminster Hall, where by tradition monarchs, senior Royals and great political figures such as Sir Winston Churchill lie in state before their funerals.
Ministers were shocked to learn that officials had not made alternative arrangements for any lyings in state during the period the MPs are due to be away, starting in 2022.
‘This appears to be a serious flaw in the proposals,’ said a senior source.
It was also testimony to the pressure exerted on her by both her doctor and her family. The tiny clutch of sick notes during this record reign is a reflection of both the Queen’s strong constitution and her tendency to battle on when below par. But after her 90th birthday, it is clear that there is now a new policy on convalescence.
After all, this is an important royal year – and not just because the Queen and Prince Philip will celebrate 70 years of marriage.
For as of February 6 – the 65th anniversary of the Queen’s accession – the first Sapphire Jubilee in history will begin. Hence, no doubt, yesterday’s choice of an all-blue ensemble. Besides, as those close to the Queen point out, sapphire is also one of her favourite colours.
Six monarchs have reigned for 50 years – a Golden Jubilee – whereas only two have reached Diamond (Victoria and Elizabeth II). Sapphire is entirely uncharted territory.
Buckingham Palace is not planning any events to mark this rather charming landmark but it has already received official recognition.
The Queen has formally approved designs for jubilee coins and stamps in a number of her smaller realms and overseas territories, where the local economy can derive considerable income from special commemorative issues. The jubilee will be big business for some.
In Britain, royal staff say it will be entirely up to individuals and organisations to decide whether and how to mark this milestone. The view is that it should be low-profile but enjoyed by anyone who wants to.
One insider said: ‘The Diamond Jubilee was a very big occasion five years ago and the Queen is modest about these things.’ But if people want to organise a sapphire-themed village fete, dance, concert or carnival parade, they will do so with the royal blessing.
That's the british newspapers for you.Off topic, but gosh what awful other Headlines.
Oh my goodness gracious! I am so tired of this nonsense:
Russia kill the Queen in latest 'fake news' out of Moscow | Daily Mail Online
'Fake news' story Queen has died sends Russian media into frenzy | World | News | Daily Express
Oh my goodness gracious! I am so tired of this nonsense:
Russia kill the Queen in latest 'fake news' out of Moscow | Daily Mail Online
'Fake news' story Queen has died sends Russian media into frenzy | World | News | Daily Express
Russians ... Russian hackers ... It is the British time honoured tradition to repeat brazen lies.
Good article from the Royal Mint, but she wont celebrate it. She will most likely spend the day quietly at Sandringham. The next big celebration of HM will be in 2022 when she celebrates her Platinum Jubilee. And I think she will make it, since she is so healthy/vigorous.2017 will complete a hat-trick of hugely significant years for Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. In 2015 The Queen became the Longest Reigning Monarch in British history. In 2016 she became the first British monarch to celebrate her 90th birthday. Now, in 2017, she will have been our Queen for 65 years, becoming the first British monarch to celebrate a Sapphire Jubilee.
The Sapphire Jubilee is a historic achievement, and one worthy of recognition. As with all Jubilees in Her Majesty’s reign, it is one with cause for both celebration and reflection. To help explain why, we’ve taken a look back to where it all began, to the moment where a young Princess Elizabeth became Queen.
More from this article:Parliament refit means Queen would lie in state at St Paul’s | News | The Times & The Sunday Times
An article from the Times which covers plans for the State Opening of Parliament and The Queen's Lying in State should the planned refurbishment of the Palace of Westminster go ahead.
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The Queen could lie in state in St Paul’s cathedral if the Houses of Parliament are closed for repairs at the time of her death, according to contingency plans being considered by officials.
A £3.9 billion restoration project will mean the Palace of Westminster will be closed for six years, including Westminster Hall, used for the lying-in-state of monarchs and royal consorts.
Whitehall sources said that St Paul’s cathedral had been identified as the most suitable alternative for hosting the queues of people wanting to pay their respects. Plans for the Queen’s funeral, which has the codename London Bridge, are kept under regular review.
Officials have also been looking for a venue to host the pomp and pageantry of the opening of parliament when the House of Lords chamber is unavailable. This means that the Queen would probably set out the government’s legislative programme at the Banqueting House, the only surviving building of the old Palace of Whitehall where Charles I was executed.
MPs and peers are expected to move out in a “full decant” from 2022 so repairs can be carried out to the plumbing, electrical and heating systems. Supporters of the plan warn that the old wiring system could spark a fire.
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And I love this picture from her 90th birthday:The Queen will notch up yet another remarkable milestone in her record-breaking reign next week, but for her, it will be a day of contemplation rather than celebration.
On Monday, February 6, the Queen will become the first British monarch to reach a Blue Sapphire Jubilee, 65 years to the day since she ascended the throne.
For Her Majesty, the more important anniversary is that of her father’s death at the age of just 56.
She said in 2015 that her record as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch was “not one to which I have ever aspired”, and royal sources said she will spend the day in “quiet reflection” at Sandringham.
There are no plans for a public celebration of the latest Jubilee, despite its uniqueness, and the Queen will spend part of the day itself going through her red boxes of official documents.
Dickie Arbiter, the Queen’s former press secretary, said: “It’s important to understand that for the Queen this marks the anniversary of the day her father died.
“She has always made it clear that her long reign is a consequence of her father’s early death, and so it is not a day for celebration.
“She will go to church the day before, and her father will be in her thoughts then. On the day itself, she will do her red boxes but she won’t be going out and about anywhere.”