Written questions

Royal Family: Funerals

Commons · Question 20738 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Cabinet Office · Official record

Answered 8 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Mike Wood

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether her Department planned an Operation Bridge for the then Duke of York, or made other preparations under a security alias; and if she will set out how state funeral arrangements apply to those who are no l

Answer

Answered by Mark Ferguson, 8 Sep 2026

The Royal Household is responsible for funeral arrangements for members of the Royal Family, assisted by the Government in the delivery of plans as needed. State funerals are not anticipated for members of the Royal Family except for the Sovereign.