Jun 12, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Honours and Awards Ceremonies
The Vice Lord-Lieutenant, Hugh Robertson, was delighted to present Eastchurch Aviation Museum with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service on behalf of His Majesty The King, in recognition of its exceptional contribution to the local community and beyond. Sir...
Jun 3, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Honours and Awards Ceremonies
The Lord-Lieutenant of Kent was delighted to present Ark Drama 2000 with The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest honour bestowed on voluntary groups in the United Kingdom. For more than 25 years, Ark Drama 2000 has provided a safe, inclusive and...
Jun 3, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Recent Royal Visits to the County, Royal Visits
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to welcome Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Gloucester to Credo Care Fostering in Lydd during Foster Care Fortnight, marking the organisation’s 25th anniversary of supporting children and young people with disabilities and...
May 26, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Susie Warran-Smith was delighted to attend a recent Canterbury Voices event, an inspiring initiative supporting young musicians across the city. A strong supporter of the project, Susie has continued to champion the organisation’s mission to...
May 18, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Frank Martin was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at the Consecration Service of the Revd Canon Dr Jabson Watson, held at Christ Church, Broadstairs on 6 May. Dr Watson, who has served within the Free Church of England since 2017 and is...
May 18, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Clive Stevens was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at a recent Commanding Officer’s Division Evening with TS Jamaica Margate Sea and Royal Marines Cadets. The event showcased the dedication, teamwork and enthusiasm of the cadets, with...
May 14, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Kent County Events, Recent Royal Visits to the County, Royal Visits
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to welcome HRH The Princess Royal to Kent during her visit to the Hospital of Sir John Hawkins in her capacity as Patron. The occasion marked a significant and historic moment, as The Princess Royal witnessed the raising of the White...
May 11, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant, Kate Fenwick, was delighted to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at an event to celebrate the expansion of Dandelion Time’s services in Ashford, marking an important development in the charity’s specialist therapeutic support for children...
May 6, 2026 | Featured News, General News, Honours and Awards Ceremonies
We are delighted to announce today that three businesses in Kent have been awarded The King’s Award for Enterprise. Huge congratulations to Ocean Signal Ltd, Kentec Electronics Ltd and Charity Bank Ltd, whose outstanding achievements have been recognised by The...
May 5, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Ann Millington was very pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent at the Tonbridge and District Scouts and Guides St George’s Day Parade, held at Tonbridge Castle. The annual parade brought together young people and adult volunteers to...
May 1, 2026 | General News
Deputy Lieutenant Mrs Georgie Warner was delighted to visit Mr Gerald Perryman on behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent to mark the very special occasion of his 100th birthday. A proud Second World War veteran and longstanding member of the Royal British Legion...
Apr 28, 2026 | Featured News, General News
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to see communities across the county coming together for fantastic St George’s Day celebrations organised by Cohesion Plus. Deputy Lieutenant Nadra Ahmed joined the celebrations in Dartford, and Deputy Lieutenant Dr Vasudaven...
