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Some things that will change now the Queen has died

These changes will slowly be coming into effect.

Clementine Hall Clementine Hall - 9th September 2022

Queen Elizabeth II has sadly passed away after being the nation's monarch for more than 70 years, and many things are now going to change.

Yesterday, 8 September 2022, the UK and the world received devastating news of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's death.

Her death has jolted the nation, after 70 years on the throne the majority of us do not remember a time without her as our monarch.

Her face is inscribed on a number of items around the country, and as we transition into having a new King, Charles III, many things will have to change.

Here's a few of the things we can expect to change going forward.

The National Anthem

A change that will be implemented immediately is the change in the national anthem. It was 'God Save the Queen' but it will now revert to 'God Save the King', this was last sang under the Queen's father and predecessor, King George VI.

Stamps

A UK stamp with The Queen on.
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Stamps across the UK will be replaced with new stamps that have the face of King Charles III on them. The old stamps with Queen Elizabeth II on them will slowly be phased out of use.

Money

All notes and coins in the UK carry the image of the Queen on them. From now on, all new money printed or coins minted will contain the image of the new monarch.

Money with The Queen on.
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The old money will be slowly phased out to a point where eventually (and very far in the future), the old money will cease to be legal tender.

Other nations where the Queen is their head of state, such as Canada, Australia and New Zealand will also have to phase out their money.

Passports

A British passport.
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All passports issued in the UK for the past 70 years have contained this message "Her Britannic Majesty's Secretary of State requests and requires in the name of Her Majesty all those whom it may concern to allow the bearer to pass freely without let or hindrance and to afford the bearer such assistance and protection as may be necessary.”

This will now be updated with the King's pronouns however you will not have to update your passport until it expires.

Postboxes

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Every postbox in the UK built during the Queen's reign carries her royal cypher. This is EIIR, or Elizabeth II Regina, which is Latin for Queen.

All postboxes built under King Charles III reign will now carry a new cypher which is yet to be announced.

Uniforms

The Queen's military cypher is imprinted on lots of uniforms across the UK, including those worn by the armed forces and police.

This will be replaced by the King's military cypher which is yet to be announced.

Read more: King Charles III pays tribute to his mother, Queen Elizabeth II

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Giggling Squid has launched a brand-new Leeds exclusive menu – and they threw a huge party to celebrate

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Thai favourite Giggling Squid launched a brand-new menu exclusive to the city- and celebrated with a huge party.

Known for its beautiful colourful interiors, tropical-inspired decor and a menu packed with fragrant Thai favourites, Giggling Squid is bringing a proper little taste of Thailand to Leeds.

And the best part? They've now brought a city-exclusive set menu for us to get stuck into.

Priced at just £31.95 per person for two courses and a drink, or £37.95 per person for three courses and a drink, the new menu is all about getting stuck into a proper feast in true Thai fashion.

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Things kick off with a choice of appetisers for the table, including prawn crackers or chilli chickpeas, the perfect way to settle into your meal.

Starters then include spicy popcorn chicken, prawn and squid lettuce cups, vegetable spring rolls and salt and pepper squid - so there's plenty of options whether you're after something fresh, crispy or with a bit of a kick.

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For mains, you can opt Thai green curry served with jasmine rice, cashew stir fry and spicy crispy pork belly.

Or, if you're a noodle lover, get slurping the yellow tamarind duck noodles or keep it classic with a pad Thai stuffed to the brim with your choice of chicken, prawn or vegetable.

And, of course, no Thai feast would be complete without something sweet to finish.

Dessert options include apple pie spring rolls, coconut pudding with mango lime sauce and Mother-in-Law's chocolate mousse.

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Drinks wise you can choose any soft drink, small beer or a glass of house wine and that's all included in the brilliant price, how good is that?

To celebrate the menu, The Giggling Squid hosted a launch that transported diners to the bustling streets of Bangkok on Park Row.

We're talking free canapés, cocktails, giveaways, a DJ set from Leeds' very own DJ Dman and of course, a goodie bag for guests to take home with them.

The set menu is available until 8 November, Monday - Sunday from 4pm until close.

Sound up your street? You can book in for the all-new set menu at Giggling Squid Leeds here.

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10 brilliant new bars, restaurants and cafes that have opened in Leeds recently

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Leeds has welcomed a whole host of new places to eat and drink recently, and there’s a lot to get excited about.

We all love our food and drink, and it's safe to say we love writing about it.

So please, allow us to indulge by telling you all about our top 10 favourite new openings that have popped up in and around Leeds over the past few months.

But fair warning, continuing to read on may cause extreme hunger...

Rotisserie Club

22 Wellington Street, LS1 4EA

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A new rotisserie chicken spot has landed in the city centre, serving everything from full and half roasted birds all served with their crispy house dripping roasties, as well as viral chicken Caesar wraps and rice bowls.

Dip or drench your chicken in their range of sauces and you’ve got yourself something worth licking your fingers over.

Read more: Leeds has welcomed a brand-new spot dedicated to rotisserie chicken

Paper Plane

Unit 6, Grand Arcade

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From the team behind Domino Club and Roland's comes Paper Plane, your newest cocktail bar that is a love letter to an analogue time where everything was made by hand.

The interior is inspired by 1970s Hollywood and Japanese listening bars complete with music played exclusively on vinyl to match, and the menu is perfectly curated, coming alongside its own martini menu served straight from the freezer.

Read more: Inside Leeds’ newest cocktail bar inspired by 1970s Hollywood and Japanese listening bars

Açai Social Club

32 The Calls, Leeds, LS2 7EW

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After multiple pop-ups around the city, Acai Social Club has finally found a permanent home in Leeds, meaning getting your acai bowl fix is about to get a whole lot easier.

And the best bit? Unlimited toppings. There's also matcha, coffee and smoothies on the menu, plus new toppings dropping every week to keep things interesting.

Tahin

10 Kirkgate, LS1 6BY

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One of the city’s favourite Turkish takeaways is back in the city and we couldn’t be happier for their return.

Formerly located in The Core, Tahiis a family-run takeaway that is whipping up the freshest dishes for you to eat on-the-go. Even at 4pm they’ve got queues out the door for authentic Turkish flatbreads Pide, Za’atar, Shawarma and more.

With fresh chicken and lamb ready to be shaved, warm, welcoming faces to greet you and prices you just can’t turn down because most dishes are under a tenner.

Alfonso's Deli

New Road Side, Horsforth, LS18 4QD

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Famed for its toasted Cuban sandwiches, coffee and stacked deli subs, Alfonso's Deli has made a name for itself for serving some of the best sandwiches in the city.

And now they’ve opened a second site in the suburbs with Horsforth providing all the good stuff we know and love it for, plus fresh bakes which they’re making downstairs - oh, and you can also get yourself a cigar.

Read more: A Miami-inspired deli serving Cuban sandwiches, stacked subs and cigars has opened in a Leeds suburb

Burgerism

605 Meanwood Rd, LS6 4HQ

If you don’t know about Burgerism then get to know. The cult burger brand is famed over in the North West for their juicy, crunchy-around-the-edges smash burgers and now they’ve brought them to Meanwood.

Rizia's Bottega

114 Bolling Rd, Ben Rhydding, Ilkley LS29 8PN

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Rizia's Bottega, on Bolling Road on the outskirts of Ilkley, officially opened at the end of August following a soft launch, serving authentic schiacciata sandwiches, colourful salads, and light Sicilian breakfasts.

The new neighbourhood spot comes from the team behind Ilkley favourite Emporio Italia and has been created as somewhere locals can pop in for their morning coffee, sit down for a bite to eat, or pick up some high-quality Italian treats to enjoy at home.

Read more: Inside the new Italian bottega bringing a taste of Italy to Ilkley

Bruncho

159 The Headrow, Leeds LS1 5RG

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One of Manchester’s most popular brunch spots, which always has queues down the street, has made its way across to Leeds at last. 

Bruncho has opened on The Headrow, bringing its hit products like French toasts, Middle Eastern brunches, and iced matchas, to Leeds city centre. 

Bruncho has also made a name for itself with its viral creations, including Labubu Dubai pistachio French toast (how many 2025 buzzwords can you get in one menu item?) and its collection of drinks served at -86°C. We're sure that their weird and wonderful creations will go down just as well here in Leeds.

Read more: First look inside Bruncho Leeds, the viral brunch spot serving Yorkshire puddings for breakfast

Pho

51 Boar Ln, Leeds LS1 5EL

Vietnamese powerhouse Pho opened a permanent spot on Boar Lane and it's serving up the likes of beef brisket pho, crispy spring rolls, three meat combo rice bowls, and chicken curries - yum.

Mandy's Barbecue

3 Sheaf St, Leeds LS10 1HD

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A new Yorkshire barbecue spot has taken over the kitchen at The Attic near Aire Park serving up sourdough sarnies by day, with fillings cooked over fire.⁠
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Expect your lunchtime to be levelled up with BBQ rump steak, Korean chicken and plenty of other local produce on the menu. Then, come evening, things switch up with small plates - including jerk mackerel, BBQ sirloin with kimchi, and lamb neck.⁠

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