The UK is having a four-day bank holiday weekend at the beginning of June, for Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee. [579], The celebrations began in the morning of 2 June with a police band drum-beating ceremony in open vehicles from Henderson Police Station to White River amidst cheering groups waving flags along the highway at various locations in the city. [116][117] The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall are expected to remain in England. Queens platinum jubilee to be marked with four-day bank holiday in 2022 It is part of a year of events to mark the first time a British sovereign has been on throne for The 13-metre (43ft) table was created from a black oak, that was found buried and preserved in a farmland at Methwold Hythe, near Downham Market, in 2012. [404] RCMP officers greeted the Queen upon her arrival at the showground and performed other ceremonial duties riding the horses the force had given to the Queen. [243] The lanterns themselves resemble St Edward's Crown. [10], The emblem for the platinum jubilee in the United Kingdom was announced in August 2021, following a competition which was judged by industry experts. At the concert, heir to the throne Prince Charles and his son, the Duke of Cambridge, will pay tribute to the Queen who will be watching on television. A four-day bank holiday weekend will mark the Queens platinum jubilee next summer to celebrate the monarchs 70 years on the throne. [497] The same day, Government House, Adelaide, opened for visitors to view public rooms, and see the workings of the House and view the statue of the Queen. [431][432] In Fredericton, several events were held from 2 to 9 June, including a tree planting, a flag raising ceremony, and a concert on 16 June, in front of City Hall,[433] which was lit in purple from 2 to 5 June. The emblem contains three colours platinum, gold and purple. Bank Holiday for the State Funeral of Queen Elizabeth II: 29 August: Monday: Summer bank holiday: 3 June: Friday: Platinum Jubilee bank holiday: 2 June: Thursday: [467] On 5 February, the governor of New South Wales hosted a tree planting and garden reception to commemorate the jubilee, at Government House, Sydney. [169], Historic Royal Palaces planned for a Commonwealth-themed garden in the historic moat of the Tower of London. [475], The Perth Mint released three celebratory coins on 5 April. [546], On Accession Day, Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen, congratulated the Queen. [632] The British Embassy in Montevideo also hosted a dinner at its diplomatic residence, with several Uruguayan officials, including Vice-president Beatriz Argimn, foreign minister Francisco Bustillo, First Lady Lorena Ponce De Len, and former President Luis Alberto Lacalle attending the dinner. [79], On 16 March, a concert titled The Queen's Platinum Jubilee 70 Years took place at the Royal Albert Hall. Video, The secret mine that hid the Nazis' stolen treasure, Who is on - and off - the world's most famous balcony, Jubilee honours for Damian Lewis and Clare Balding, whose royal titles were returned to the Crown amid a lawsuit in the US, Watch the new series of Silent Witness on iPlayer, MasterChef Australia host Jock Zonfrillo dies, Banana artwork in Seoul museum eaten by visitor, NFL player's daughter, aged two, drowns in pool, Trevelyan relative 'would consider' famine payment, Ding becomes China's first male world chess champion, Indian 'killer' elephant relocated to tiger reserve. Consequently, the Queen chose to celebrate the 70th anniversary of her accession on June 3, 2022, as part of a four-day holiday to include public events and community activities. The Choir of the Earth invited people from around the world to learn and record a new arrangement of "God Save the Queen", which was presented to the Queen. [301], On 25 April, Gibraltar issued a set of commemorative stamps. It is part of a year of events to mark the first time a British sovereign has been on throne for seven decades. 10 on the lid and miniature portraits of all fourteen of her prime ministers around the sides from Winston Churchill to Boris Johnson. It shows the Queen looking contented, sitting on a cushioned window seat at the castle which has been her main home for the last couple of years. [24], Members of the Royal Family undertook a series of royal tours of Commonwealth countries. [177], A portrait of the Queen by the humanoid robot Ai-Da, titled Algorithm Queen, was displayed in London on 27 May. [153] The 2022 Thank You Day was also held, so people could thank the Queen, and their communities. [189] The Severn Valley Railway repainted the steam engine 34027 Taw Valley in purple, and temporarily renamed it "Elizabeth II". [308], Several British embassies held a jubilee lunch/dinner and cooking competition. [21] More than 85,000 people signed up to host Big Lunches and 16,000 street parties were held across the United Kingdom. [316][317] A platinum jubilee flag that features the emblem on a white background was also created and is being flown at government houses and events throughout the jubilee year. [213] In May, five Humboldt penguin chicks at London Zoo were named after famous people and events from the past 70 years. The Queen has personal reasons [681], The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge toured Jamaica from 22 to 24 March,[646][682][653] on behalf of the Queen of Jamaica. [155], A platinum jubilee Corgi Derby took place at Musselburgh Racecourse in Scotland with a number of the Queen's favourite dogs take part in a novelty race in front of the crowd. [698][699][700], Research into Google Search's trend data found that the UK, US, Canada, and Australia were the global hotspots for the word "Jubilee" from 2 June to 5 June. [233], A life-size bronze sculpture depicting the Queen in the uniform of the Grenadier Guards on her horse Burmese was unveiled at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst by the Earl of Wessex and Forfar on 27 May. Apart from Elizabeth II, only two other monarchs have even lived into their eighties - Victoria and George III. Queen Elizabeth II is marking the anniversary of her coronation today. However, plans for 2022's celebrations are already in motion, details of which were revealed today by Buckingham Palace. Her Majesty is set to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee from Thursday June 2 to Sunday June 5 in 2022, creating an extra bank holiday next year. [660] The tour was estimated to have cost JMD $8 million. The 2-metre (6.6ft) statue weighs approximately two tonnes. [326][327] Several provincial governments instituted their own Jubilee medals, with Alberta and Saskatchewan issuing 7,000 medals each;[328][329] Nova Scotia issuing 5,000 medals;[330] Manitoba issuing 1,000 medals;[331] New Brunswick issuing 3000 medals;[332] and Prince Edward Island issuing 584 medals. For this reason, she chose to use this date to remember her father. [372], In the realms of arts and letters, the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and Canadian Geographic magazine created a series of commemorative pieces for the jubilee, the first of which were released on 6 February. [231], South Gloucestershire Council has suggested that the Severn Bridge be renamed in honour of the platinum jubilee. [562], On 2 June, Rotary Club in the Gambia lit beacons at Tamala Beach Hotel. [434] The Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia hosted platinum jubilee garden parties in Yarmouth on 16 July and in Cape Breton on 30 July. The small, hand-painted box, finished with a platinum mount, features an illustration of No. [380] Special call-sign prefixes for the jubilee were approved by Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada for use by amateur radio operators from 15 May to 14 July. Dont worry we wont send you spam or share your email address with anyone. MORE ON THE ROYAL FAMILY ROYAL ROW Prince Charles and Camilla join the residents of Albert Square at their jubilee street party. The concert concluded with a specially produced "Singing in the Reign" programme celebrating Welsh hits from the past 70 years. [484] The Bible Museum celebrated the jubilee from 2 to 17 June with a big display of commemorative royal Bibles, which included a special Bible published for the platinum jubilee. The governor planted a red oak. [399], On 9 April, the town of Melfort, Saskatchewan, held a high tea and, later,[400] in Ontario, the Durham Chamber Orchestra performed a concert in Ajax, on 15 May,[401] followed by a jubilee weekend in Amherstburg, held between the 20th and 21st of the same month, and attended by the province's Lieutenant Governor. [122] The balcony was "limited to Her Majesty and those members of the royal family who are currently undertaking official public duties on behalf of the Queen". [312] On 11 June 2021, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had a virtual audience with the Queen, wherein they discussed preparations for Canadian celebrations. It would be the second quarterly contraction in a year partly caused by an extra bank holiday after a contraction in the third quarter of 2022. [61], In February 2022, the Royal Mail released eight new stamps. [103] She said that the Scottish Government would present the Queen with a limited edition Johnnie Walker whisky, with a special design to celebrate the beauty of Scotland's flora and fauna, and a throw made from the tartan commissioned in honour of the three bridges across the Forth. [48], The Queen's Green Canopy campaign was launched in May 2021. [608][609] On 5 June, several concerts were held in Rome, including one by the New Chamber Singers and the All Saints' Orchestra at All Saints' Anglican Church, and another swing concert by the "Smile Orchestra" big band. The Queen and members of the monarchy will travel around the country carrying out a range of royal engagements. [91][92][93] At the show, display of roses, featuring new cultivars created to mark the jubilee, won a gold medal. [308], Governor Nigel Dakin approved an extra holiday on 6 June, throughout the Turks and Caicos Islands. [334] The government of Manitoba provided grant funding with a focus on reconciliation to Manitoba's six Royally-designated organizations[n 2] to facilitate jubilee initiatives throughout the year.[335]. The 'Infinity Isle of Man' brooch design outlines the Island with four gems (Blue Topaz, Citrine, Amethyst and Emerald) representing the towns of Ramsey, Peel, Castletown and the city of Douglas. Ten hotels from Tokyo and Osaka entered the competition, with the finalists announced at British Embassy's Queen's Birthday Party event on 16 June. She is the longest reigning female monarch in history and the second-longest reigning monarch in history, behind Louis XIV.[702]. [22] Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Mary Simon were received in the audience by the Queen at Windsor Castle on 7 and 15 March respectively, where they both offered their congratulations to the Queen for reaching the milestone. Have fun with your neighbors and get to know each other more. [660], The Prince of Wales, heir apparent to the Canadian throne, and his wife, the Duchess of Cornwall, undertook a three-day tour of Canada as part of the jubilee celebrations. [222], In Weymouth, David Hicks carved a tribute in sand at a visitor attraction. [570], On 25 May, the Speaker of the Bangladesh Parliament Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury was the guest of honour at a reception at the British High Commission. The last time they had been fired publicly was in 1897, for the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Victoria. [250][251], Celebrations in Guernsey commenced at Castle Cornet on 2 June, with the grounds being open all day for people to enjoy for free. [284][285], An international air show will be held in Grand Cayman. [676] It was reported that representatives of Grenada's National Reparations Committee had planned to meet the couple and discuss Britain and the royal family's past links to slavery in the region. Whats happening over the Jubilee bank holiday? The Over 1,500 Platinum Jubilee Beacons will be lit throughout the United Kingdom and U.K. Overseas Territories. [549], The British High Commission will host an official reception later in June. [17][18], On Accession Day, the New Zealand platinum jubilee emblem was unveiled. At Spanish Town Hospital, they met frontline workers and, later, interacted with members of the Jamaica Defence Force at Flankers, near Montego Bay. [553], In Aberdare Open Fields, close to Treetops where the Queen received the news of her accession, the Earl of Wessex and Forfar planted a tree on 16 March. [305], In Montserrat, celebrations began in the middle of May with radio quizzes. [672] The Countess met women and young people and learned about their contributions in Cyprus by being a member of projects such as the Women Mediators Across the Commonwealth network or the UN and British Council 'Young Leaders in Action' programme. [295], Stanley, the capital of the Falkland Islands, was granted city status. In the US, a total of 1.9 million searches for the word jubilee was made on Google. Her time as monarch has stretched over multiple eras, across 14 different UK prime ministers and 14 US presidents. [180], A platinum jubilee medal is being awarded to people who work in public service, including members of the Armed Forces, emergency services, and the prison services. [116], More than 16,000 street parties were expected to be held over the weekend. [176] Waxwork figures of main royal family members also received a black tie makeover for the Jubilee. [226] The Jubilee was also marked at the Legoland Windsor Resort, where a pageant down The Mall in miniature and a picnic scene at Windsor Castle were created. 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[545], On 2 June, Rotary Malaysia District 3300 lit a beacon. [539] The Pakistani President's bodyguards marched in the Jubilee Pageant in London on 5 June. Are you planning something charitable or trying to avoid the Jubilee completely? Join us for a very special Jubilee Bottomless Brunch in Purley! On Sunday, June 5, 2022, there is The Big Jubilee Lunch The Big Lunch celebrated annually since 2009 celebrates connections within the community. [82], The Lord Mayor's Platinum Jubilee Big Curry Lunch took place at the Guildhall, London, on 7 April. When is the Platinum Jubilee Bank Holiday? The former performed music from the Queen's coronation whereas the latter performed music from the Queen's youth. [156], There were special displays and exhibitions at the official royal residences, including Buckingham Palace, Windsor Castle, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Bank holidays might affect how and when your benefits are paid. [480] At Government House, Perth, the Governor of Western Australia dedicated a new garden to the Queen. How many bank holidays do we get in 2023? [515] The project was launched on 16 May at Government House, where Dame Helen Winkelmann, the administrator of the government, and Kiri Allan, minister of conservation, planted a kauri. Millions are gearing up for street parties to mark the monarch's 70 years on the throne over the four-day bank holiday weekend. The monarch is to lead the lighting of the principal Jubilee beacon in a special ceremony at Windsor Castle, Buckingham Palace said. [143], People were encouraged to have a Big Jubilee Lunch on 5 June, the last day of the extended bank holiday, to enable communities to celebrate their connections and get to know each other better. Approved projects include artistic performances and exhibitions, educational programs, garden and tea parties, geocaching programs, military parades, summer reading programs, and tree-planting events. [415] "Majestic Celebrations: 70 Hats for 70 Years", a millinery exhibit, was held at the Burlington Central Library between 2 and 5 June. The Platinum Jubilee bank holiday is a weekend celebration from June 2 to June 5, 2022. Here is everything that you need to know about the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations - both locally and nationally. The Queen has said she is "inspired" by the goodwill of the nation as celebrations for her Platinum Jubilee begin. 2023 BBC. [175], Madame Tussauds, London, displayed seven replica ensembles of Queen's outfits, which have been worn by some of the 24 lifelike wax figures of the Queen made by Tussauds during her reign, for the platinum jubilee. [513], On Accession Day, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern congratulated the Queen and wished her well on behalf of New Zealanders. Pure Gold CoinHer Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Diamond DiademMintage: 225 (2022)", "1 oz. [211] The Elephant Family commissioned seven giant egg-shaped artefacts, each representing a decade of the Queen's reign. [141] The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, along with Prince George and Princess Charlotte of Cambridge, attended concert rehearsals earlier in the day. [45], The jubilee was expected to bring a 1.2 billion boost to the UK economy. (modern). [679] In Sark, they presented emergency service personnel with Platinum Jubilee medals, and also met Sark's occupation generation in the Island Hall, where the Earl presented a message from the Queen. [510], On 5 August, all Royal Australian Infantry Corps battalion colours were paraded for the first time at the School of Infantry to mark the Jubilee. [242], In December 2022, King Charles III unveiled the Platinum Jubilee gift, a pair of bronze sculpted lamps located between the Diamond Jubilee window in Westminster Hall and the Silver Jubilee fountain in New Palace Yard. [17][18] The design is a stylised representation of the Queen's Wattle Spray Brooch, which was gifted to the Queen during her first visit to Australia in 1954. [646] Ahead of the visit, the Antigua and Barbuda Reparations Support Commission penned an open letter criticising the royal family's past comments on slavery. [112][113][114], Big screens were placed in The Mall in London, Edinburgh's Princes Street Gardens and in Cardiff's Bute Park for members of the public to watch the events taking place across the Bank Holiday weekend. The May Bank Holiday Weekend will be moved to Thursday, June 2, 2022. All of the island's restaurants served Jubilee-themed Sunday lunches. [598], Some world leaders provided gifts to the Queen to commemorate the milestone. [374] The Lieutenant Governor's BC Journalism Fellowship and the Lieutenant Governor's Art and Music Award were launched by the Queen's representative in British Columbia. You can also get in touch in the following ways: If you are reading this page and can't see the form you will need to visit the mobile version of the BBC website to submit your question or comment or you can email us at [email protected]. [674], The Earl and Countess of Wessex and Forfar were set to visit Grenada in April. [224], In May, the London Eye opened a Platinum Jubilee time capsule pod that ran until 4 September. [132], The Corby Pole Fair was held to coincide with the jubilee. On Thursday evening, more than 3,000 beacons will be lit across the UK and the Commonwealth in tribute to the Queen, with the Tree of Trees beacon illuminated outside the palace. [657] In his speech, the Duke said, "I am delighted to convey to you a message of good wishes from my grandmother, the Queen of The Bahamas, on the occasion of her platinum jubilee. [679] In Alderney, they visited Victoria Street, St Anne, and the Alderney Wildlife Trust (AWT). [318] The federal government also created lapel pins using the jubilee emblem, and distributed them to all parliamentarians, so they could award them to Canadians who greatly contributed to their communities. [689] Among their engagements were visits to a Catholic boarding school, St John Ambulance PNG, the Bomana War Cemetery, Papua New Guinea National Museum and Art Gallery, Port Moresby General Hospital, Vabukori, and Hanuabada.
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