Queen Elizabeth II: Key moments in the day after her death

The death of Queen Elizabeth II means lots of events happened - to remember her rule and to mark a new King.

Many tributes have been paid to Queen Elizabeth II, from members of the public, celebrities and leaders from around the world.

This page followed the key events on 9 September as they happened.

Read on to find out about the big moments of King Charles III's first full day as monarch.

It is now closed but Newsround will keep you updated on this story in the coming days on TV and online.

6.00pm: King Charles III made his first televised address to the nation as head of state

Speaking at the start of a special service at St Paul's Cathedral, King Charles III spoke to the public from Buckingham Palace.

He spoke lovingly about his late mother, the Queen, saying: "I pay tribute to my mother's memory and I honour her life of service.

"I know that her death brings great sadness to so many of you.

"And I share that sense of loss beyond measure with you all."

He also pledged to serve the country like his mother did before him.

He said: "Wherever you may live in the United Kingdom or in the realms and territories across the world and whatever maybe your background and beliefs I shall endeavour to serve you with loyalty, respect and love, as I have throughout my life."

4.26pm: The prime minister meets King Charles at Buckingham Palace

King Charles held his first in-person audience with Prime Minister Liz Truss at Buckingham Palace.

Truss, who was appointed by the late Queen on Tuesday this week, spent about half an hour with the new monarch.

The prime minister will attend a service of remembrance for Queen Elizabeth II at St Paul's Cathedral in London this evening.

3.52pm: Royal standard flies over Buckingham Palace

The Royal Standard flies over the Palace

The Royal Standard is once again flying over Buckingham Palace after King Charles entered the building for the first time as monarch.

The flag is flown when the monarch is in residence in one of the royal palaces. It's never flown at half mast, even after the death of the Queen, as there is always a king or queen on the throne.

2.29pm: Crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace to meet the new King

King Charles III received a warm reception as he made his way past the crowds gathered outside Buckingham Palace ahead of his address to the nation later today.

Before he went into the palace, King Charles got out of his car and shook hands with people.

1.41pm: Charles to be proclaimed King live on TV

Charles will be officially proclaimed as King at a meeting of the Accession Council, attended by his son Prince William, on Saturday.

The event will be shown on TV for the first time ever.

You can read more about his first steps as King here.

1.00pm: Gun salutes start in UK and abroad

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will fire 96 rounds - one for each year of the Queen's life

Gun salutes are being fired around the UK and abroad to mark the life and death of The Queen.

The King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery will fire 96 rounds - one for each year of the Queen's life - at Hyde Park and all Saluting stations. Rounds are being fired at 10-second intervals.

Gun salutes are also being fired at Cardiff Castle, Edinburgh Castle and Hillsborough Castle in Belfast.

12.51pm: All nations football cancelled - including grassroots

There's been an update to the earlier news we brought you - now ALL English, Northern Irish and Scottish football is off following death of Queen Elizabeth II.

Ten Premier League and six Scottish Premiership fixtures were scheduled, and EFL games were due to take place on Friday and Saturday.

The start of the Women's Super League will be paused and England's National League, FA Trophy and grassroots football is also off.

If you live in England, this might affect your local weekend football clubs and activities - so it's best to ask an adult to find out.

12.32pm: King Charles to speak to nation at 6pm

The speaker of the House of Commons, Sir Lindsay Hoyle, has confirmed that King Charles III will speak to the nation at 6pm.

He will officially be proclaimed as King at 10am on Saturday at St James's Palace.

Find out more about what happens as he becomes King by clicking here.

12.05pm Parliament gathers to honour Queen Elizabeth

MPs and peers have assembled in Parliament to pay tribute to the Queen.

Commons Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle opens proceedings with his memories of Her Majesty.

After his words we will hear from Prime Minister Liz Truss and Labour leader Keir Starmer following by MPs from across the House.

In Canberra, Australia, crowds gathered to watch a gun salute to Elizabeth II at Parliament House

The members of the German Parliament also rose for a minute's silence in tribute to the Queen

St Paul's service at 6pm

A service of prayer and reflection following the death of the Queen will be held at St Paul's Cathedral in the City of London at 6pm today.

Some 2,000 seats will be allocated to the public on a first come first served basis, and the service will also be broadcast on the BBC.

Prime Minister Liz Truss and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan are expected to attend.

12.00pm: Bells ring across the country

Muffled bells were rung around the country, including these by Tower Captain Gavin Price at St Giles' Parish Church in Wrexham

Bells rang at midday in churches across the country, as well as at Westminster Abbey, St Paul's Cathedral and Windsor Castle - to mark the passing of the Queen and proclaim the new King.

11.50am: Premier League and English Football League games called off

Following death of Queen Elizabeth II, this weekend's Premier League and English Football League (EFL) fixtures have been postponed.

Ten Premier League matches were due to happen across Saturday, Sunday and Monday. In the EFL, games were due to take place on Friday and Saturday.

The Premier League took the decision to honour the Queen's "extraordinary life and contribution to the nation" and said updates on future fixtures "will be provided in due course".

"This is a tremendously sad time for not just the nation but also for the millions of people around the world who admired her, and we join together with all those in mourning her passing."

8.50am: Flowers laid at Balmoral and Buckingham Palace

Well-wishers have been visiting sites that are important to the Queen and Royal Family to show their support and affection at this time.

Sophie and Abie came to Balmoral to pay their respects. They wrote a letter and laid down orange roses before heading to school.

People have been paying tribute at the Balmoral Estate in Scotland where the Queen died.

Bertie and mum Stacey lay a bouquet in front of the palace

Flowers have been put on the gates of Buckingham Palace

8.00am Watch our special bulletin this morning

The death of Queen Elizabeth II is an important day in the life of the UK.

Lots of events will be happening and people will be paying tribute to her.

This morning, Newsround had a special bulletin to remember her life.