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Chinese government delegation banned from attending Queen's Lying-in-State in UK

House of Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle is said to have refused a request for access to Westminster Hall due to Chinese sanctions against several British lawmakers who criticised Beijing for alleged human rights abuses in Xinjiang.

Sep 16, 2022, 18:35 PM IST

Royal Guard near Queen Elizabeth II's coffin FAINTS after standing motionless for hours - WATCH

Royal Guard near Queen Elizabeth II's coffin FAINTS: The guard in question was standing at the foot of the late monarch’s casket at Westminster Hall, holding a ceremonial staff, when he suddenly fainted and fell forwards to the floor at around 1 am. Two other police officials immediately rushed to his aid and live footage of the broadcast was interrupted while the guard was checked. 

Sep 15, 2022, 18:01 PM IST