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Pause for thought

The passing of Her Majesty the Queen has been marked by many reflections on her contribution to public service.

As a young woman, the then Princess Elizabeth vowed to serve for her whole life, and she literally did. Just two days before she died, she farewelled one British Prime Minister and welcomed the next. One can only imagine the immense effort that took for a 96-year-old in failing health. But, as ever, the Queen

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