Donald I (r. 859-863)

There could be no more fitting way to mark my beloved mother’s extraordinary life of service than by granting this honour

I have spoken before of my deep and abiding affection for this wonderful country, and of the many happy memories Prince Philip and I always held of our time here.

It is perhaps worth reflecting that at the heart of the word “Parliament” lies its original meaning: a place to talk. I have no doubt that for most of these last twenty years...

You all deserve enormous credit for sitting around this table together to find a constructive way forward.

I believe we should celebrate all our leading galleries, museums, and cultural centres playing a greater role in communities, not just in London, but up and down the country...

It is a pleasure to be invited to address you on this special occasion to mark the opening of the fifth session of the Scottish Parliament

The baton relay represents a calling together of people from every part of the Commonwealth.