Seafood Scotland featured in major new book charting the history of royal and parliamentary leadership. Westminster Abbey’s College Garden played host to the official book launch of Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership, featuring Seafood Scotland, on Tuesday 9 June. Written by a team of prominent academics and bestselling authors, including royal experts Robert Jobson, Russell Myers and Katie Nicholl, the landmark publication explores the evolving roles of Crown and Parliament in the leadership of the UK and the Commonwealth.
Published by St James’s House in partnership with the History of Parliament Trust – one of the most authoritative academic research organisations in the UK – the book was unveiled to more than 500 attendees, including leading figures from parliament, industry and the media, as well as a host of special guests.
The event included a panel conversation between book contributors Robert Jobson, Russell Myers and Katie Nicholl, along with speeches and the official presentation of Monarchy and Democracy: A History of Leadership.
Donna Fordyce, CEO of Seafood Scotland, said:
“We’re honoured to be part of this prestigious project marking an important milestone. Scotland has long held a special place in the hearts of the Royal Family, and we’re proud that our seafood industry – so closely connected to the heritage and culture of our coastal communities – is being recognised in a publication that celebrates leadership and progress.”
Dr Jennifer Davey, Director at the History of Parliament Trust, said:
“The book not only explores the history and evolution of UK and Commonwealth governance and the shift to a constitutional monarchy, but also profiles a selection of organisations invited to join the project based on their relevance to the themes of leadership, innovation, sustainability and governance.”
Stephen van der Merwe, a Group Director at the SJH Group, said:
“Through in-depth interviews with the leaders of companies such as Seafood Scotland, Monarchy and Democracy provides a compelling, first-hand perspective on how today’s pioneering organisations are shaping the future in a wide range of areas and industries.”
The publication’s launch was followed by the London Press Club Summer Garden Party, which was attended by more than 600 guests, including senior figures from the UK’s leading media organisations. The event featured a tribute to Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, with speakers including Ailsa Anderson, former Press Secretary to the Queen, and Dickie Arbiter, former Assistant Press Secretary to the Queen.
Robert Jobson, deputy chair of the London Press Club, said:
“This is a wonderful opportunity to honour Queen Elizabeth II and the historic contribution she made to the nation and the Commonwealth. Hers was a remarkable life, one that continues to inspire generations around the world.”
Published in both print and e-book formats, Monarchy and Democracy is being made available to key political, institutional and educational audiences in the UK, Europe and the Commonwealth.
For further information about the book and its associated campaign, please go to www.hoptmedia.com or contact publishing@sjhgroup.com.
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