RAY WALKER AND THE DIAMOND JUBILEE

That this House acknowledges the longstanding good relationships between the UK and the USA; recognises that as part of that relationship many representatives from the USA attended the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II; notes with pleasure that the representative from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Mr Ray Walker celebrates his 100th birthday on 13 March 2012; further notes that Mr Walker developed a passion for the North East of England while staying in Chester-le-Street; and wishes him well for the future as we all celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the Queen.