State Funeral Of Her Majesty The Queen - Bank Holiday Arrangements In Scotland

16th September 2022

Guidance has been issued by the Scottish Government for the bank holiday on Monday 19 September 2022 for the State Funeral of Her Majesty The Queen.

Schools should close as a mark of respect. This advice also applies to other education settings that would normally be closed on a bank holiday. Most local authority-run early learning and childcare (ELC) services are expected to close.

Health boards have been given guidance to support their planning for the holiday which underlines the importance of essential healthcare services continuing. This includes pre-planned treatments, and the winter vaccination programme. Patients should visit their local NHS board website for further information.

Most public transport services are currently expected to run as normal. Passengers should contact operators for information.

Not everyone is entitled to paid leave on bank holidays. If in doubt, check the position with your employer.

Private and voluntary ELC providers and independent schools will make their own decisions on bank holiday arrangements.

When to phone 111 | NHS 24
https://www.nhs24.scot/111/when-to-phone-111/

ScotRail and Caledonian Sleeper are expected to operate a normal service on Monday 19 September.

SPT and Edinburgh Trams will run a full normal service, as will Ferry operators CalMac Ferries Ltd (CFL) and Caledonian Maritime Assets Ltd (CMAL).

For latest traffic information please visit Transport Scotland and Traffic Scotland websites.

Edinburgh
Edinburgh Council will be screening the state funeral on a big screen in Holyrood Park in front of the Palace of Holyrood House. More information can be found on the council's website.

Scottish Canals
In partnership with The Church of Scotland, Falkirk Council will hold a service of reflection at the Kelpies this Sunday 18th September 2022 at 7.30pm. Further details can be found on their Facebook page.

Other Events
For other events around the UK go to -
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ceremonial-and-events-guidance-following-the-death-of-her-majesty-the-queen--2