Tribute to HM Queen Elizabeth II

Dear All

Whatever our views on the Royal Family I am sure we can all agree it is a significant moment in our lives. None of us has known our country without Queen Elizabeth as its monarch. As with any other family, our thoughts and prayers are with those closest to her.

There will be so much written and broadcast - much prepared over many years - that it is very difficult for me to say anything that others won't express much better.

My reflection on behalf of us as a Branch is only this. The Queen represented so much that we love about our country: constancy; dedication; tradition alongside openness to change and modernity; and commitment to her family and nation.

We join our country in mourning and as a branch will participate fully in this national moment.

Dave Cross

Branch Chair.