Statement on the Death of Queen Elizabeth II

The Queen had been the Head of State for the United Kingdom for over 70 years, celebrating her Platinum Jubilee in June 2022. She was the longest serving monarch in UK history and has been lauded throughout her life for her personal qualities and dedication to public service.

BASW offers our deepest condolences to the Royal Family, her friends and all those who mourn her both in the UK and abroad.

As the Queen’s successor, King Charles III immediately becomes Head of State. We wish him well in his role.

BASW Chair Julia Ross extends her condolences: “We are profoundly saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.  She will be very much missed across the four nations and indeed internationally.  We wish all the Royal Family and especially King Charles III the very best for the future."

BASW offices will be closed on Monday 19th September 2022 for the UK bank holiday to mark the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.