The Commonwealth at 75 has been researched and written by a select team of academics and award-winning authors. Produced in partnership by the History of Parliament Trust and Royal publisher, St James’s House, the publication explores and celebrates the ideas, individuals and organisations that have contributed to the Commonwealth’s success, past and present.
The launch event, compered by royal correspondent Russell Myers, was attended by more than 500 guests and featured speeches by Canon Anthony Ball of Westminster Abbey, Lord Marland of Odstock and Ransford Smith CD, former Commonwealth Deputy Secretary-General. It also included the performance of a specially commissioned piece of music by The Commonwealth Resounds. Attendees included dignitaries from a wide range of official Commonwealth organisations and High Commissions.
Richard Freed, founder of St James’s House said: “We’re delighted to be launching this prestigious publication, which pays tribute to the Commonwealth and its member states. The 75th anniversary offers the perfect opportunity to reflect on the organisation’s past, present and future”.
Truro High School was selected to appear in the esteemed publication as a national leader in education, known for it’s dynamic and inclusive approach to girls’ education in which all girls have every opportunity to thrive.
