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Gemma Jones

BBC One suspends TV programming to cover updates of Queen's health

BBC has pulled all of its regular programming from air today.

It comes following the announcement that Queen Elizabeth II was under medical supervision at Balmoral on Thursday afternoon. The broadcast of Bargain Hunt was cut short as a BBC newsreader confirmed the news.

They said: "Welcome to viewers on BBC One. We have had news from Buckingham Palace that the Queen is under medical supervision at Balmoral."

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The broadcasters announced that the news would be remaining on air, cancelling all regular programming.

Buckingham Palace released a rare statement at the time, confirming the news that was shared on the BBC. They said the 96-year-old remains comfortable and is staying at Balmoral, and is not in hospital.

The statement read: "Following further evaluation this morning, The Queen’s doctors are concerned for Her Majesty’s health and have recommended she remain under medical supervision. The Queen remains comfortable and at Balmoral."

Elsewhere, ITV was under fire by viewers for being "insensitive" as they continued with their regular programming. While other outlets were bringing the latest news on The Queen, the Loose Women panelists continued their daytime talk show as normal.

Update: Comments have been turned off for this article but you can leave your tribute to Queen Elizabeth II in this online memorial.

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