Local MP Mary Macleod praised local residents who are organising street parties ahead of The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations. In a speech made to fellow Parliamentarians the Brentford and Isleworth MP commented, “Let us use this year of the Diamond Jubilee and the Olympics and Paralympics to regain our sense of Britishness. Let us be proud to be British. Let us talk up British business and most of all, our people: those who really make Britain what it is today, with the Queen at the helm.”
Mary added, “I think that the Queen symbolises so much of what is good in our society. I would urge local residents to use this occasion to celebrate the diversity of culture and history that make up our community. Setting up a street party is easy and a fantastic opportunity to organise an event that everyone can get involved in. Those wishing to organise a street party are advised to visit the Hounslow Council website for more information and advice on how to go about creating a successful event, but they need to be quick as time is running out! This will be a great opportunity for everyone to come together in celebration and I look forward to hearing what people are planning.”
The Jubilee celebrations will take place over an extended bank holiday spanning 2nd-5th June 2012. In addition to street parties taking place all over the country there will be a number of major public events taking place including the Thames River Pageant on June 3rd where over a thousand boats will sail through the city to mark the occasion.
- http://www.hounslow.gov.uk/index/leisure_and_culture/events_hounslow/organising_event/streetparties.htm for more information regarding setting up a street party (hyperlink suggesting. Alternatively visit www.hounslow.gov.uk and search ‘street party’
- Hounslow Council has decided to waive administration fees for street parties, visit website for further details.
- Hounslow Council are offering £500 to groups who would like to set up a street party or event to celebrate the Olympics. Those interested should email [email protected]. Deadline for entries is 30th April 2012.