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Queen says ‘my heart is with you all’ in thank you message to nation

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The monarch said she hopes ‘this renewed sense of togetherness will be felt for many years to come’ (Picture: AP/The Royal Family)

The Queen has thanked everyone who came out to celebrate her Platinum Jubilee as the four-day weekend draws to a close.

Her Majesty said she felt ‘humbled’ by the millions of people who marked the historic moment with gatherings in her honour.

She said her heart was with every person across the nation, even if she missed most events due to her mobility problems.

The Head of State, who is renowned for her sense of humour, also joked that ‘there is no guidebook’ when it comes to reigning for seven decades after becoming the first British monarch to do so.

Her heartfelt statement read: ‘When it comes to how to mark seventy years as your Queen, there is no guidebook to follow. It really is a first.

‘But I have been humbled and deeply touched that so many people have taken to the streets to celebrate my Platinum Jubilee.

‘While I may not have attended every event in person, my heart has been with you all; and I remain committed to serving you to the best of my ability supported by my family.

‘I have been inspired by the kindness, joy and kinship that has been so evident in recent days, and I hope this renewed sense of togetherness will be felt for many years to come.

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There’s no ‘guidebook’ when it comes to reigning for 70 years, she said (Picture: The Royal Family)
LONDON, ENGLAND - JUNE 05: Queen Elizabeth II stands on the balcony during on June 05, 2022 in London, England. The Platinum Jubilee of Elizabeth II is being celebrated from June 2 to June 5, 2022, in the UK and Commonwealth to mark the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II on 6 February 1952. (Photo by Frank Augstein - WPA Pool/Getty Images)
Queen Elizabeth II stands on the Buckingham Palace balcony to greet royal fans (Picture: Getty Images Europe)

‘I thank you most sincerely for your good wishes and for the part you have all played in these happy celebrations. Elizabeth R.’

The Queen has faced a number of health issues over the last year and was seen in public for just over 27 minutes throughout the weekend.

But she still made an effort to greet crowds from the Buckingham Palace balcony this afternoon.

In an appearance that lasted three minutes, she smiled and waved alongside her three heirs, Prince Charles, Prince William and Prince George.

The Duchess of Cambridge, Princess Charlotte, Prince Louis and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall also stood alongside her.

MORE : Ed Sheeran closes Platinum Jubilee celebrations with emotional ballad over moving Queen and Prince Philip montage 

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Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee 2022

Dust off your Union Jack bunting, Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee is well and truly upon us.

Taking place from Thursday, June 2, to Sunday, June 5, the celebrations mark Her Majesty's record-breaking 70th year on the throne.

Across the UK, there will be street parties, concerts, and other special events attended by the Queen and senior members of the Royal Family.

Visit Metro.co.uk's Platinum Jubilee page for all the latest updates.



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