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Speaker’s Statement
21 April 2026
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Lindsay Hoyle
Chorley
Lab
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Lindsay Hoyle
Lab
Chorley
Today would have been the 100th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth, who was the longest serving monarch in British history. During her reign, there were significant social, cultural and technological changes. The speaker commends the Queen's dedication to public service across nations, overseas territories, Crown dependencies and the Commonwealth, highlighting her devotion to duty as an enduring example.
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