England ( as distinct from Britain ) does not have an official anthem and so the British National Anthem `` God Save the Queen '' is used for national occasions , for example before English international football matches or at the Last Night of the Proms . The song is also the unofficial anthem of the British Women 's Institute . England has no official anthem and so uses the British National Anthem `` God Save the Queen '' , also an unofficial anthem , for some national occasions , such as before English international football matches .