A warm welcome will be extended to Minister Crean during his visit to the Island on 15 and 16 February. All Members of the Assembly will have the opportunity to meet formally with the Minister as well as socially. The opportunity has been afforded to residents and community groups to meet with the Minister whilst he is here.
Commonwealth Day 14 March 2011
We were very pleased to receive advice overnight from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Headquarters in London that Mr Brent Adams, son of Joanne and Robert Adams, has been chosen to represent Norfolk Island at the Commonwealth Day Celebrations in London. Well done Brent.. We know you will do us proud. Some extracts from the CPA letter are worth sharing…
Quote . “…Commonwealth Day is an annual celebration of the Commonwealth association and its members. It brings together some 1.7 billion people – approximately 25 per cent of the world’s population - of many faiths, races, languages and traditions and our participants for Commonwealth Day 2011 will represent jurisdictions from right across the Commonwealth - from Canada to Sri Lanka and Australia to Singapore.
“The theme of Commonwealth Day 2011 is “Women as Agents of Change”. The celebration this year is particularly significant as the Association celebrates its centennial.
“Our intention in hosting you on Commonwealth Day is twofold – to promote the virtues of both the Commonwealth and parliamentary democracy to the younger generation, and to provide you with a memorable and enjoyable day of celebration of our association of nations. To that end, following suggestions from former participants of this event, we have devised a programme that we hope you will find both interesting and fun.
“After a tour of Parliament you will move to Conference Room E, 7 Millbank, (Map Key:) where after a brief introduction, participants will be asked to say a few words of introduction (a few details about yourself and the jurisdiction which you come from will suffice). The CPA Secretary-General, Dr. William F. Shija, Secretary-General, Commonwealth Secretariat will then commence a discussion with two Members of Parliament who will then give a presentation on the work of an MP. There will be an opportunity for questions.
“It is our honour and privilege this year to have Rt. Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar, MP, Prime Minister of Trinidad & Tobago, and current Commonwealth Chairperson in Office, to come and address participants on the theme of Commonwealth Day “Women as Agents of Change”. There will be a discussion session with two High Commissioners to talk about their work followed by a buffet lunch, at which you will meet the staff of the CPA. At approximately 14.10, we will depart Westminster House, 7 Millbank for the short walk to Westminster Abbey.
“The Commonwealth Day Observance is a multi-faith service celebrating the Commonwealth. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh will be in attendance, along with H.E. Mr. Kamalesh Sharma (Secretary General of the Commonwealth). “. End quote.
We look forward to receiving a full report from Brent on his attendance.
Issued from the Office of the Speaker on 11 February 2011
Commonwealth Day 14 March 2011
We were very pleased to receive advice overnight from the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) Headquarters in London that Mr Brent Adams, son of Joanne and Robert Adams, has been chosen to represent Norfolk Island at the Commonwealth Day Celebrations in London. Well done Brent.. We know you will do us proud. Some extracts from the CPA letter are worth sharing…
Quote . “…Commonwealth Day is an annual celebration of the Commonwealth association and its members. It brings together some 1.7 billion people – approximately 25 per cent of the world’s population - of many faiths, races, languages and traditions and our participants for Commonwealth Day 2011 will represent jurisdictions from right across the Commonwealth - from Canada to Sri Lanka and Australia to Singapore.
“The theme of Commonwealth Day 2011 is “Women as Agents of Change”. The celebration this year is particularly significant as the Association celebrates its centennial.
“Our intention in hosting you on Commonwealth Day is twofold – to promote the virtues of both the Commonwealth and parliamentary democracy to the younger generation, and to provide you with a memorable and enjoyable day of celebration of our association of nations. To that end, following suggestions from former participants of this event, we have devised a programme that we hope you will find both interesting and fun.
“After a tour of Parliament you will move to Conference Room E, 7 Millbank, (Map Key:) where after a brief introduction, participants will be asked to say a few words of introduction (a few details about yourself and the jurisdiction which you come from will suffice). The CPA Secretary-General, Dr. William F. Shija, Secretary-General, Commonwealth Secretariat will then commence a discussion with two Members of Parliament who will then give a presentation on the work of an MP. There will be an opportunity for questions.
“It is our honour and privilege this year to have Rt. Hon. Kamla Persad-Bissessar, MP, Prime Minister of Trinidad & Tobago, and current Commonwealth Chairperson in Office, to come and address participants on the theme of Commonwealth Day “Women as Agents of Change”. There will be a discussion session with two High Commissioners to talk about their work followed by a buffet lunch, at which you will meet the staff of the CPA. At approximately 14.10, we will depart Westminster House, 7 Millbank for the short walk to Westminster Abbey.
“The Commonwealth Day Observance is a multi-faith service celebrating the Commonwealth. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh will be in attendance, along with H.E. Mr. Kamalesh Sharma (Secretary General of the Commonwealth). “. End quote.
We look forward to receiving a full report from Brent on his attendance.
Issued from the Office of the Speaker on 11 February 2011
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