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Inevitably, a long life can pass by many milestones; my own is no exception. But I thank you all, and the many others at home and overseas, for your touching messages of great kindness. A speech by The Queen at the Borders Railway, Scotland
Inevitably, a long life can pass by many milestones; my own is no exception. But I thank you all, and the many others at home and overseas, for your touching messages of great kindness.
18 September 2014
30 November 2013
Scotland has played such a very special part in our lives, and that of my family, over the years and we have greatly enjoyed our frequent visits. A speech by The Queen in Perth, Scotland, 2012
Scotland has played such a very special part in our lives, and that of my family, over the years and we have greatly enjoyed our frequent visits.
14 June 2012
A fresh chapter has now opened with this presentation of new Colours to six of the seven battalions of The Royal Regiment of Scotland. A speech by The Queen to the Royal Regiment of Scotland, 2011
A fresh chapter has now opened with this presentation of new Colours to six of the seven battalions of The Royal Regiment of Scotland.
Now, in its second decade, the Scottish Parliament is firmly established as an integral part of Scottish public life. An address by The Queen to the Scottish Parliament, 2011
Now, in its second decade, the Scottish Parliament is firmly established as an integral part of Scottish public life.
It’s knowing that so many of Scotland’s finest brains and greatest achievers gained – and continue to gain - inspiration from this place A speech by Prince William at St. Andrews University, Scotland
It’s knowing that so many of Scotland’s finest brains and greatest achievers gained – and continue to gain - inspiration from this place
I have been struck by the spirit of engagement and innovation shown by the Members as you seek to fulfil your commitment to serve the people of Scotland. An address by The Queen to the Scottish Parliament, 2009
I have been struck by the spirit of engagement and innovation shown by the Members as you seek to fulfil your commitment to serve the people of Scotland.
I know that the renewal of this famous and much-cherished landmark has been a long-held aspiration. A speech by The Queen at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
I know that the renewal of this famous and much-cherished landmark has been a long-held aspiration.
The Bank was granted its Royal Charter 278 years ago and even a prudent bank needs to build a new headquarters once in a while. Opening of a new headquarters, Royal Bank of Scotland, 14 September 2005
The Bank was granted its Royal Charter 278 years ago and even a prudent bank needs to build a new headquarters once in a while.
We meet in a remarkably open and transparent chamber, where this Parliament sits in the round in European fashion. Opening of the new Scottish Parliament building, Edinburgh, 9 October 2004
We meet in a remarkably open and transparent chamber, where this Parliament sits in the round in European fashion.
30 November 2003
We see in this new Parliament, even after four short years, clear signs of a legislature that is distinctly Scottish. Scottish Parliament meeting on the Mound in Edinburgh, 3 June 2003
We see in this new Parliament, even after four short years, clear signs of a legislature that is distinctly Scottish.
30 November 2002
3 October 2022
Published 7 October 2021
Stirring examples of courage, commitment and selfless dedication to duty have been demonstrated in every Commonwealth nation and territory. The Queen's Commonwealth Day Message 2021
Stirring examples of courage, commitment and selfless dedication to duty have been demonstrated in every Commonwealth nation and territory.
Published 12 May 2020
Such a blend of traditions serves to make us stronger, individually and collectively, by providing the ingredients needed for social, political and economic resilience The Queen's 2020 Commonwealth Day Message
Such a blend of traditions serves to make us stronger, individually and collectively, by providing the ingredients needed for social, political and economic resilience
Published 9 March 2020
A speech by The Duchess of Cornwall to celebrate The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2019
On behalf of the people The Trust has helped thank you to each and every one of you for all your incredible support, and to Your Majesty thank you for choosing to give the gift of sight. A speech by The Countess of Wessex celebrating the work of The Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee Trust
On behalf of the people The Trust has helped thank you to each and every one of you for all your incredible support, and to Your Majesty thank you for choosing to give the gift of sight.