Here's when the U.K. can expect currency depicting King Charles III
The U.K.'s current banknotes feature Queen Elizabeth II while new ones will welcome the new monarch, King Charles III. These are the changes you can expect.
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Queen's procession to Westminster Hall
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A drum was hit at 75 beats per minute to help the roughly 40-minute procession stay on pace to arrive at Westminster Hall at exactly 3 p.m.
King Charles leads procession fit for a queen
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Criticizing British monarchy's colonial past
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Queen's coffin heads to London
Queen Elizabeth II's coffin will leave Scotland on Tuesday and head to London before a hearse will take her from Buckingham Palace to Westminster Hall on Wednesday, where she will lie in state for public viewing until the funeral Monday. King Charles III is in Northern Ireland. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak and former communications director to the royal family Paddy Harverson join "CBS News Mornings" to discuss.
Royal family pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth
The royal family has entered into an official period of mourning following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. But newly crowned King Charles III is already busy at work, addressing politicians in Scotland and meeting with his new subjects. Elizabeth Palmer reports.
David Cameron on the future of the monarchy
Former U.K. Prime Minister David Cameron sat down with "CBS Evening News" anchor and managing editor Norah O'Donnell to talk about King Charles III and how he will handle his new role.
What to expect before Queen Elizabeth's funeral
Queen Elizabeth II's reign began with the splendid pageantry of her coronation and it will end with more pageantry that the queen herself oversaw before her death. Elizabeth Palmer takes a look at what to expect in the days leading up to Queen Elizabeth's funeral.
British public pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth
For many in the U.K., Queen Elizabeth II exemplified what was best about their nation. Though she was born into immense privilege, many citizens say they felt a personal connection with her. Holly Williams reports.
British bank notes to feature King Charles III
Queen Elizabeth II's portrait has been featured on British currency for more than 50 years. With her passing, the British government is expected to begin circulating new banknotes with a portrait of King Charles III by 2023. Elise Preston has more.
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