Lanarkshire politicians pay tribute to Queen's 'incredible' 70 years' service

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East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow MP, Dr Lisa Cameron, has led tributes to Her Majesty The Queen on her Platinum Jubilee.

This year The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service.There has been a whole host on events taking place in the run up to the up to the Platinum Jubilee Central Weekend which runs from June 2 to 5.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android As well as large-scale celebrations – included a star-studded Platinum Party at the Palace – local authorities, schools, businesses and community groups have also been invited to mark the milestone where they live.Ms Cameron told Lanarkshire Live: "I am Vice Chair of the Queens Platinum Jubilee 2022 All Party Parliamentary Group and I am currently arranging a special Platinum Jubilee Event celebration Veterans across our Constituency."Her Majesty the Queen has given incredible service during the past 70 years and I will be supporting events locally and nationally in recognition of this very special occasion."East Kilbride MSP Collette Stevenson said: "It’s only right we acknowledge and celebrate Her Majesty’s service of seventy years. "The extra bank holiday to mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will be welcomed by many, and I hope folk enjoy themselves over the weekend.”Central