The Union Flag is flying over Lerwick Town Hall today, as the nation marks the Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.
Her Majesty The Queen became monarch on 6th February 1952, after the death of her father, King George VI and she was crowned on 2nd June 1953. This year marks her 70th year as Queen of the United Kingdom, making her the longest-reigning British monarch.
Andrea Manson, Convener of Shetland Islands Council said: “As our monarch for seven decades, Her Majesty The Queen has given a lifetime of service to the people of the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. She is a constant in so many people’s lives and has been a figurehead for our nation throughout happy times and turbulent times.
"I am sure that many in our community will join me in sending warm congratulations on her Platinum Jubilee.”