The Queen's Patronages

We are very proud of the selfless service, and sacrifices made by servicemen and women and their families in recent years.

I look forward to seeing much of the hospitality and the dynamism for which this part of England is rightly renowned.

You are worthy successors to those soldiers of General Monck’s Regiment of Foot, who, in 1660, marched from Coldstream to restore law and order in the Capital.

The presentation of Colours is a special opportunity to recognise the past achievements, to give thanks for commitment and loyalty today, and to express confidence in the...

A fresh chapter has now opened with this presentation of new Colours to six of the seven battalions of The Royal Regiment of Scotland.

The Colours, that I am presenting to you this morning, represent the spirit of the Regiment, past and present.

I greatly hope that the Elizabeth Cross will give further meaning to the nation’s debt of gratitude to the families and loved ones of those who have died in the service of our...

Your service to the Crown continues in a distinctive way and reinforces the very best values of those who came before you.

You can be justly proud of your achievements, as – I am sure – are your families and friends.

I am delighted to join you in this inauguration and to celebrate the close working relationships that have made it possible.

You have the greatest cause to be proud of your achievements.

As The Prince of Wales, our son, approaches his own sixtieth birthday, may I say that we are both enormously proud to have been reminded here today of his personal...

Among the millions who lost their lives in the Great War were many Canadians who came to Europe to fight for peace.

I hand over my Colour with confidence that you will guard it well, just as you continue to guard your heritage, ethos and unique contribution to Defence.

As a nation we maintain a deep and enduring gratitude for the selfless work undertaken by our Armed Forces, and to their families who endure so much.

My best wishes to you all, and 'Fear Naught'.

My grandfather, father, husband and two sons have all undergone training here, and I have had many visits over the years.

I am sure that many millions of travellers will have reason to be appreciative of the thought and care that has gone into the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of...

Recognising that each one of us is made up of layer upon layer of identity and that each of our unique personalities has ties to culture, religion, community, country and...

The remarkable re-birth of this great and gleaming station means that people across the whole of Britain, not just the south-east, are suddenly quite a bit closer to Europe.

By discharging this academic mission, you play a vital role in supporting this country's position on the world stage.

I am entrusting these new colours, which chronicle so much of the Regiment's history, to your safekeeping.

The Canadian Corps transformed Vimy Ridge from a symbol of despair into a source of inspiration.

I know that the renewal of this famous and much-cherished landmark has been a long-held aspiration.

Your contribution to peace and stability within Northern Ireland has been unique.