Falkirk Council confirms schools and services will be closed for HM The Queen's funeral

Falkirk’s schools and early years establishments will be closed on Monday, September 19 to allow pupils and staff to observe a national day of mourning.
By James Trimble
Published 14th Sep 2022, 08:08 BST
Updated 14th Sep 2022, 08:16 BST
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This follows an announcement by His Majesty King Charles III, who declared a public holiday for the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on that day.

A Falkirk Council spokesperson said: “Normal operations for all facilities and services will resume on Tuesday, September 20. Plans are now being made for only

essential council services to operate on Monday.

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“Burial places and the Crematorium will remain open and planned services will go ahead, but all sport, leisure and culture facilities will be closed, as will community halls and centres, to allow staff to observe the day of national mourning.

“Callendar House will remain open until 5pm on Monday, September 19 to allow local people to pay their respects in the book of condolence at the premises.”

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