Some businesses in Alsager have announced details for the day of the Queen's funeral – Monday (September 19th).

Asda supermarket says on its website: "All our stores will close by midnight on Sunday, 18th September and reopen at 5pm on Monday,  19th September.

"Those colleagues contracted to work while the stores are closed will receive their normal pay.

"Any colleagues who work when the stores reopen will be paid double time for the rest of the day."

Many other businesses in the town have also decided to close for the day.

Wall Street boutique in Lawton Road say: "Our sincere condolences go to King Charles III and the wider Royal Family on the death of our beloved Queen Elizabeth II.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with them all at this sad time and through the next few weeks of mourning. Rest in peace your Majesty and thank you for all your loyal years of service.

"As a mark of respect our store will be closed on Monday 19th September."

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County Vets in Alsager say: "As a mark of respect for our late Queen Elizabeth II, and to allow our team to witness her state funeral and pay their own respects, we will be closed on Monday 19th September 2022.

"This means we are closed from 1pm Saturday right through until 8am on Tuesday.

"Should you require advice or if your pet needs emergency treatment - emergency out of hours services will be provided by MiNight Vet in Longton and available on 01782 344222.

"Tuesday will be exceptionally busy, we thank you in advance for your patience."