RAK Ruler helps British mother of seven-year-old boy return to UAE
ras al khaimah — Responding to a letter from a seven-year-old boy, His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, facilitated the return of the boy’s mother from the UK after more than 50 days.
Jessica Fitzjohn travelled to the UK to attend the funeral of her father but was unable to return because of travel restrictions related to the coronavirus outbreak.
Her son Archie Appleyard and husband Richard live in Ras Al Khaimah and the situation prompted Archie, a student at RAK Academy, to send a hand-written letter and drawing to Sheikh Saud explaining their predicament and asking for his help.
In the note, Archie recalled meeting the RAK Ruler with his classmates last year and said he remembered him as a “very kind, helpful sheikh”.
Sheikh Saud personally responded to Archie and said he recalled meeting him. “Dear Archie, thank you for your letter. I enjoyed reading it. I remember meeting you and having a great day with you and your classmates.”
Under the guidance of Sheikh Saud and in cooperation with government entities, Jessica arrived in the UAE in the early hours of Wednesday. All medical protocols were followed and she will enter a 14-day quarantine. The family said they were overjoyed to be together again, and they thanked the UAE Government.
“I am so happy to have my mommy back,” said Archie. “I can’t believe that this has happened and thank you so much to Sheikh Saud.” Jessica expressed her gratitude to Sheikh Saud for facilitating her safe return.