HL Deb 11 May 1857 vol 145 c102
THE LORD CHAMBERLAIN OF THE HOUSEHOLD (the Marquess of Breadalbane)

said, he had to inform their Lordships that the Address in answer to Her Majesty's gracious Speech was duly presented and was very graciously received, and it pleased Her Majesty to return the following reply:—

"MY LORDS,

"I thank you for your loyal and dutiful Address, and for your Assurance that you will take into your earnest Consideration the Measures which will be proposed to you. You may rely on My hearty Desire to co-operate with you in promoting the Welfare and Happiness of My People."