Queen Elizabeth II
Provincial Grand Master, Commissioned Office Bearers, Office Bearers and members of the Provincial Grand Lodge of Fife and Kinross are saddened to learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
The long reign of Queen Elizabeth II was marked by her strong sense of duty and her determination to dedicate her life to her duties and to her people. She became for many the one constant, in a rapidly changing world. Our condolences are with King Charles III, The Queen Consort and the wider Royal Family.
We have received the following correspondence from Grand Secretary Brother William M S Semple advising that a period of mourning will now take place until after the funeral of Queen Elizabeth.
Dear Sir and Brother
I am writing to you following the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Our thoughts and prayers are with The Royal Family at this sad time.
I wish to inform you that a period of national mourning has now commenced and will continue until the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II. The funeral, I understand, will take place on Monday 19 September 2022.
As a mark of respect the Grand Master Mason has directed that all Masonic activity will cease during this period of national mourning.
Further details will be circulated on Friday 9 September 2022.
Yours Sincerely and Fraternally
William M S Semple
Grand Secretary
Grand Lodge of Antient Free and Accepted Masons of Scotland