Society of High Constables Perth

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Opening of the new Queen's Bridge Perth, 10th October 1960.

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THIS MONTH IN OUR HISTORY -

2 June 1953. Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II

5 June 1944. Society Member Thomas Hunter MP knighted

16 June 1967 Visit of Princess Marina, Duchess of Kent, to Murray Royal hospital

24 June 1896 Society excursion by rail to Aberfeldy

25 June 1843 Last occasion where the Society members performed duty as Police Officers (See 1843 Riot in 'History' Section).

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Oath

High Constables bear a natural allegiance to their Sovereign. They had a quasi-judicial office and in bygone centuries were charged with maintaining law and order in the locality. As such a High Constable is required to swear an Oath of Allegiance.

The Oath which is sworn in front of the provost of Perth and Kinross Council, is as follows;

"I do Swear that I will be Faithful and Bear true Allegiance to His Majesty King Charles III, His Heirs and Successors according to Law. And I further Swear that I will well and truly Serve our Sovereign in the Office of High Constable of the City of Perth and will Loyally and Faithfully perform the duties of that Office and will do Right to all Manner of People after the Laws and Usages of this Realm, without Fear or Favour, Affection or Ill-will. So help me GOD."

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