Wednesday 12 May 2021
The Queen and Prince Charles walking behind David Cholmondeley as he carries the Imperial State Crown during the Opening of Parliament, 2021
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This week, The Queen took part in a scaled-back, socially-distanced State Opening of Parliament at the House of Lords where she announced Prime Minister Boris Johnson's legislative agenda. In line with the government's decision to reduce ceremonial elements, The Queen did not wear the Imperial State Crown, instead it was taken to the event separately and placed on a table by the Marquess of Cholmondeley.
So, who exactly is David, the 7th Marquess of Cholmondeley? And why does he have such an important role at Westminster? Here’s everything you need to know…