Who is the current Lord-Lieutenant of Kent?
The Lady Colgrain
The Lady Colgrain took up her role as Lord-Lieutenant of Kent on April 22, 2020. She is the county’s official representative of Her Majesty The Queen. Lady Colgrain has lived in Kent for more than 40 years and is an active partner in the family farm near Sevenoaks.
What rank is Lord-Lieutenant?
The Lord-Lieutenant is the highest rank of the Lieutenants, followed by a Vice Lord-Lieutenant and then Deputy Lieutenants. The Vice Lord-Lieutenant takes over duties if the Lord-Lieutenant is ill or unable to attend.
How many lord lieutenants are there in the UK?
98 Lord-Lieutenants
There are 98 Lord-Lieutenants, who cover all areas of the UK, from Shetland to Cornwall, County Tyrone to South Glamorgan.
What does a deputy lord lieutenant do?
The duties of Deputy Lieutenants were increased to command the militia, training and checking of equipment, obtaining ‘Volunteers’ for service abroad and also arranging for the billeting of the militia when on exercise or called out against the threat of invasion.
Do you curtsy to a Lord-Lieutenant?
For men this is a neck bow (from the head only) whilst women do a small curtsy. Other people prefer simply to shake hands in the usual way. How do I address the Lord-Lieutenant? Salutation: Dear Lord-Lieutenant, or Dear Mr Puxley.
How do you address Lord Lieutenant?
The correct form of address for the Lord-Lieutenant In a Speech: In the preamble, the Lord Lieutenant should be referred to as ‘Lord-Lieutenant’. A speech might begin ‘My Lord-Lieutenant, Ladies and Gentlemen…’
Do you salute a Lord Lieutenant?
Taking the Salute It is customary for the host to join the Lord-Lieutenant on the dais, although normally one pace behind him. The host should also salute or remove headdress as appropriate.
What does the Lord Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire do?
The Lord-Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire is appointed by HM The Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister. He acts as The Queen’s personal representative in the county and is responsible for visits by The Royal Family and Heads of State. The Lord-Lieutenant presents Elizabeth Crosses and British Empire Medals on behalf of The Queen.
Who is the new Lord Lieutenant of Kent?
The Lady Colgrain took up her role as Lord-Lieutenant of Kent on April 22, 2020. She is the county’s official representative of Her Majesty The Queen. Lady Colgrain has lived in Kent for more than 40 years and is an active partner in the family farm near Sevenoaks.
How is the Vice Lord Lieutenant of England appointed?
The Vice Lord-Lieutenant is appointed by the Lord-Lieutenant by recommendation to the Prime Minister and approval of the Queen. To help carry out his wide range of duties, the Lord-Lieutenant is entitled to appoint a number of Deputy Lieutenants.
Who is the chief executive of Nottinghamshire County Council?
As representatives of the Crown, Deputy Lieutenants are expected to uphold the highest standards of professional and personal conduct at all times. The Clerk to the Lieutenancy is Mr Anthony May, Chief Executive of Nottinghamshire County Council (pictured). Support to the Lieutenancy is provided by the Executive Officer to the Lieutenancy.