Following the news of the Queen's passing we are receiving a volume of related questions.

Please post all questions on the topic (including the subject of the new / future British monarch) as top-level replies to this thread.

Top level comments are still subject to the normal NoStupidQuestions rules:

• We get a lot of repeats - please search before you ask your question.
  The following topics, for example, are already being discussed in the comments:

  • Why the Queen was disliked/hated by some
  • Changes to the national anthem, currency, names of ships, etc
  • The name and status of King Charles

• Be civil to each other.

• Top level comments must be genuine questions, not disguised rants or loaded questions.

• Any comments that glorify, celebrate, or advocate for violence or death, against anyone, will be banned on sight.