A TOTAL of 66 parties will line Hillingdon’s streets in celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in June.

The council expects this number to rise as the deadline for applications is not until April 16.

It will cover the cost of public liability insurance for parties and will also look to cover the cost of any appropriate road closures for the day.

The application process, along with advice and support, is set out on www.hillingdon.gov.uk/jubilee If you want too discuss details before applying, contact the special events team on jubileestreetparties@hillingdon.gov.uk or call 01895 556072 or 01895 556640.