Kwik Fit has said it will close all its centres for the Queen's funeral on Monday, September 19. A bank holiday has been announced as Britain's longest reigning monarch is due to be laid to rest.
The car servicing and repair company said it usually keeps its centres open on bank holidays. But it said this one, when the nation will say its final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II, is being held in unique circumstances.
Many other shops, businesses and supermarkets have said they will close for the day. It comes as the nation continues its period of mourning following the Queen's death last Thursday at the age of 96.
Roger Griggs, communications director at Kwik Fit, said:“Following the declaration of a bank holiday to mark the state funeral of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Kwik Fit centres will be closed on Monday 19 September. While we usually remain open on most bank holidays, these are unique circumstances.
"We are closing to enable all our colleagues to join their family and friends in paying their final respects as Her Majesty is laid to rest. We understand that many customers will be doing the same and hope that this decision does not cause inconvenience.
"We will reopen with normal operations on Tuesday 20 September.” You can leave your tribute to The Queen here
