Who is the current Lord-Lieutenant of Kent?

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 is the role of a Lord-Lieutenant?

Duties of a Lord-Lieutenant The main duties of the Lord-Lieutenant include: arranging visits by members of the Royal family and escorting Royal visitors. ensuring that The Queen’s Private Office is kept informed about local issues relating to their area, particularly when a Royal visit is being planned.

How long does a Lord-Lieutenant serve?

A Lord-Lieutenant serves until his or her 75th Birthday.

Do deputy lieutenants wear uniform?

Women Deputy Lieutenants do not have an official uniform, when representing The Lord-Lieutenant they will wear a badge on a Court Bow. …

Who is Ladygragrain?

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.

Are lord-lieutenants paid?

The Lord-Lieutenant is not paid. It is a voluntary position, like that of Vice Lord-Lieutenant and Deputy Lieutenant.

How many lord-lieutenants are there in 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 is Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant?

Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenants are the representatives of the Crown for each county in the United Kingdom. Men or women of all backgrounds, they are appointed by The Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister.

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 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.

Who is the Queen’s lieutenant?

Sir Kenneth Olisa OBE
The Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London, Sir Kenneth Olisa OBE The Queen appointed Sir Kenneth Olisa OBE as Her Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London to succeed Sir David Brewer KG CVO CMG on 29 May, 2015.

How do you address a female 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…’

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