As the world prepares to bid farewell to Pope Francis, a significant number of people are expected to tune in to his funeral proceedings. The funeral is scheduled for Saturday, April 26, at 9am BST (10am local time) in St Peter's Square, Vatican City. Major UK broadcasters, including the BBC and Sky News, will provide live coverage starting at 8am, with additional streaming available on BBC iPlayer, the Sky News app, and the Vatican’s online platforms.
Pope Francis, who passed away on Easter Monday at the age of 88 due to a stroke and heart failure, was known for his efforts to modernise the Catholic Church and his emphasis on humility and social justice. His funeral is expected to reflect these values, featuring a simplified ceremony and a burial in a single wooden coffin at the Basilica of St Mary Major in Rome.
