Alec Russell says he was in his car when the announcement came on that the Queen had died. Lulu Smith went out to Buckingham Palace with her recorder and recorded people's reactions. Here are a few of their voices: "I don't think for a lot of people it doesn't seem real" 'Without the Queen, I'm not sure about respect for the royal family anymore'
Queen Elizabeth II has died after a 70-year reign. This weekend, we reflect on her legacy, life and cultural impact with FT Weekend editor Alec Russell. Then, producer Lulu Smyth takes us to meet the people gathered outside Buckingham Palace.
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Links:
Simon Schama, ‘Elizabeth II: an appreciation’: https://on.ft.com/3qsNI64
Jo Ellison, ‘The Queen’s constancy never went out of style’: https://on.ft.com/3qpwOVF
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