Queen knights Alan
Published Date:
05 December 2008
A NORTH Northumberland MP was officially knighted by Queen Elizabeth II last month.
Sir Alan Beith, Liberal Democrat MP for Berwick-upon-Tweed constituency was knighted in a ceremony at Buckingham Palace, with his wife Lady Diana Beith and children at the ceremony.
After the ceremonial dubbing with the sword, Sir Alan Beith said: "It was a very special occasion for me and my family and we will treasure the memories for a long time.
"I was very pleased indeed to have had the knighthood conferred by her Majesty."
The full article contains 92 words and appears in Northumberland Gazette newspaper.
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Last Updated:
04 December 2008 10:16 AM
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Source:
Northumberland Gazette
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Location:
Alnwick, Northumberland