King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) – nominations open on 1st September!
If you know of an organisation run by more than 50% volunteers, which has been running for over three years (and has more than three volunteers), why not consider nominating them for a King’s Award for Voluntary Service. There are some more elements of eligibility on the KAVS website, but take a look, it’s really […]
His Majesty The King visits Southport
On Tuesday 20th August 2024 His Majesty The King visited Southport to meet with some of the survivors of the recent incident, members of the community and emergency responders. Clearly whilst the reason behind the visit was not one which anyone would have wanted, His Majesty’s visit was warmly welcomed and appreciated by all those […]
Citizenship Ceremony Birkenhead Town Hall
The Mayor of Wirral, Cllr Cherry Povall hosted another monthly Citizenship ceremony at Birkenhead Town Hall on 25th July pictured here with the Lady Mayoress Mrs. Sheila Clarke and Julie Lawson BEM DL who attended on behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant. Below are pictures of some of the fifteen who have become new British Citizens, contributing […]
HQ North Formation Day – Catterick Garrison
Liam Hanlon DL attended the HQ North Formation Day event at Catterick Garrison on Friday 19th July 2024. It was a pleasure to attend at such a prestigious landmark military event. Liam was hosted by senior offices of the 4th Light Brigade Combat Team, and enjoyed presentations form the Commander, Brigadier Rob Singleton and Commander […]
Citizenship Ceremony 21st July 2024
Around forty people received their British Citizenship at a ceremony at St. George’s Hall in Liverpool on Sunday. Many congratulations and a warm welcome to you all. Below are a few pictures with Julie Lawson BEM DL who attended the ceremony on behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant.
Bugsy Malone – Waterloo and Crosby Theatre Company
Julie Lawson BEM DL represented the Lord-Lieutenant at a production of Bugsy Malone by the Waterloo and Crosby Theatre Company on Saturday 13th July 2024. The theatre company received a small grant from the Duchy of Lancaster Benevolent Fund to purchase their Metro Deck Staging and it was good to see it being put to […]
The King’s Awards for Enterprise – 2024 recipients attend Windsor Castle Reception
His Majesty The King held a reception at Windsor Castle recently for those recipients of the 2024 King’s Awards for Enterprise. Five Merseyside companies received the award: Alfred H Knight Ltd, JJ Smith Ltd, John Mason International Ltd, Richardsons Healthcare Ltd and Rise Construction Framework Ltd. Pictured is Michael Gould, the Managing Director of Richardsons […]
Queen’s Award for Enterprise presented to Global Beauty Products Limited.
On Tuesday 25th June 2024 the Lord-Lieutenant presented the last Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Merseyside to Global Beauty Products in Gaston, Liverpool. The Award was presented for International Trade. Mr. Warren Gavin launched a small business in Liverpool in 2012 which has grown into a global operation that employs over 100 people worldwide. Warren […]
Armed Forces Day
The Lord-Lieutenant took part in the Armed Forces Day events in Liverpool and Southport over the weekend, celebrating and supporting the work of our Armed Forces, both full time, reserves and cadets. Many thanks to all those who made the arrangements and those who attended. Thanks to Major Roy Bevan for the photographs.
D Day 80th Anniversary Service
The Lord-Lieutenant attended the Civic Service organised by the Lord-Mayor of Liverpool in St. John’s Gardens on 6th June. It was an emotional service, showing gratitude to the men and women who gave their lives for our freedom, and also to those who came back home. It was a timely reminder of the value of […]