The party has almost begun. Across the nation, bunting is at the ready, trestle tables are being dusted down and Union Flags prepared. Yes, the big bash is upon us in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
It’s not just neighbourhood street parties that await the long Bank Holiday weekend from June 2 to 5. Official events are planned in major cities; hotels are getting in on the act; river cruises have been launched and just about everywhere there will