High Sheriff Welcomes New Citizens.

The High Sheriff had the pleasure of presenting the British Certificate to all of the individuals who have become British Citizens. In his speech to them he said; “It is my privilege today to welcome you as new citizens to the county of Surrey. You are no longer a visitor; you are citizens of the United Kingdom and we welcome you to this country which is now truly your home. The community is of great importance to us in Surrey. This is the ‘Life Hub’ of the county, whether it be in a busy town or a rural village. A close community offers support and encouragement to others and values each and every person. You may already be involved in schools, community groups and places of worship – we would encourage you as a new citizen to continue to engage with your community.  Embracing and sharing the values and beliefs of each other’s cultures, allows us all to become a more tolerant and welcoming society.Voluntary organisations play an important and integral part, helping to make our communities thrive in a safe environment. Please get involved and support these organisations, businesses and enterprises to continue to make Surrey a successful, vibrant and safe place to live. We welcome you to our county with open arms, as we drive forwards to meet the challenges of the future. We value your ongoing contribution to the ‘Surrey Family’ and we appreciate and celebrate your contribution to the county’s success.”