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Happy Platinum Jubilee

EDITOR, The Tribune.

What an achievement. Something most of us can only aspire to and look on in awe. Her Majesty The Queen is celebrating a Platinum Jubilee, marking 70 years of service to the people of the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth.

Since her accession to the throne on her father’s death in February 1952 and her coronation on June 2, 1953 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has been a constant presence in her role as our shared Head of State. Her Majesty has made several visits to The Bahamas, including a State Visit with many other world leaders during the 1985 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. I know that here in The Bahamas she has many admirers. Lots of people tell me stories of meeting The Queen on her visits to these beautiful islands. Either brief meetings, or more in-depth conversations, she has formed personal bonds with Bahamian citizens.

Proudly represented by the Governors General over the past 50 years, including my near neighbour Dame Marguerite Pindling and other iconic figures of Bahamian public life, who have made the link with their dedicated service here in The Bahamas.

This year, as it is a special occasion, it will be my pleasure to formally mark the Platinum Jubilee with His Excellency Sir Cornelius Smith. We will do so in the traditional style of the events held in Buckingham Palace Garden, which recognise the work of volunteers, community leaders and public servants. There is so much good work that goes on to support young people and vulnerable communities and protect the environment that we have good reason to thank them and celebrate.

There is lots of scope to have fun with this anniversary. In my country over the extended four-day weekend, we will celebrate this remarkable milestone and Her Majesty’s reign with an extensive programme of public events. These celebrations will include a Birthday Parade, a lighting of Platinum Jubilee Beacons, a Service of Thanksgiving at St. Paul’s Cathedral and the Platinum Jubilee Pageant. I know that here in The Bahamas Rotary will light a Jubilee beacon as part of a Commonwealth-wide exercise and many people have told me of their plans for afternoon teas and community breakfasts and other celebrations.

At this joyful time, I hope your readers can agree that we wish our 96-year-old monarch all the very best for her Platinum Jubilee year. Happy anniversary Your Majesty!

SARAH DICKSON

British High

Commissioner

May 30, 2022.

Comments

Alan1 2 years, 6 months ago

We are very grateful for Her Majesty's 70 years of dedicated service to The Commonwealth. Our Constitutional Monarchy is our democratic foundation. We are the envy of many other nations. Our free Parliament,. our judicial system, our impartial Governor-General all make our country a very reliable place in which to invest. We must keep a system which works well.

truetruebahamian 2 years, 6 months ago

Such a venerable achievement by such an honourable monarch who I am proud to call, My Queen. Long may she reign.

sheeprunner12 2 years, 6 months ago

QE2 will eventually die. Then what?

Will Charles & William keep the Commonwealth going for much longer??

We shall see .......

birdiestrachan 2 years, 6 months ago

It is all good the Almighty God has allowed her to serve all of these years to God be the glory

longgone 2 years, 6 months ago

God Bless the Queen--Thank you for your service!

jus2cents 2 years, 6 months ago

Thank you Queen Elizabeth, you have steadfastly served 70 years with grace, dignity and we have admired your loyalty throughout the years. God Bless You!

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