The United Arab Emirates is entering a three-day period of mourning for the late Queen of England.
The three-day mourning period affects the public and private sectors. Starting today (Friday September 9) and lasting until Monday September 12, flags throughout the country will be flown at half-mast.
The Presidential Court has expressed its condolences to King Charles III, the Royal Family and the British people.
For those working a Monday to Friday working week, this will not effect work schedules. However, for those who work on Saturdays, it could mean work is cancelled.
Queen Elizabeth II passed away on Thursday September 8 at her home in Scotland, Balmoral. At 96 years old, she was the longest reigning monarch in British history serving the country from 1952.
Throughout her 75-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II visited the UAE twice, in 1979 and 2010.
We join the world in mourning the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, a global icon who represented the finest qualities of her nation and people. Her incredible lifetime of service and duty to the United Kingdom is unparalleled in our modern world.
— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) September 8, 2022
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took to Twitter to share his condolences after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. As did Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, HH Sheikh Mohammed and his son Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
I extend my sincere condolences to the family of Queen Elizabeth II and the people of the UK. Her Majesty was a close friend of the UAE and a beloved & respected leader whose long reign was characterised by dignity, compassion & a tireless commitment to serving her country.
— محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) September 8, 2022
Stay tuned to Time Out for updates on what the mourning period means for live music, performances and brunches this weekend.
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