News & Updates
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Visit to Kent Search and Rescue
The Lord-Lieutenant, Lady Colgrain, was delighted to visit Kent Search and Rescue at Lower Grange Farm, Sandling, where she learned more about the invaluable work carried out by this dedicated volunteer team. During the visit, Lady Colgrain was given an insight into...
Medway Watersports Trust Receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service
The Lord-Lieutenant was pleased to present Medway Watersports Trust with The King's Award for Voluntary Service, the highest recognition for voluntary groups in the United Kingdom. During a special celebration at their waterside centre in Gillingham, the...
Presentation of The King’s Award for Voluntary Service to Kent Active Retirement Association
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to present Kent Active Retirement Association with The King's Award for Voluntary Service at a special ceremony held on 15 May 2026. Often described as the 'MBE for voluntary groups', this prestigious award recognises the outstanding...
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service presented to Eastchurch Aviation Museum
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 Hugh was...
Presentation of The King’s Award for Voluntary Service to Ark Drama 2000
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 nurturing...
HRH The Duchess of Gloucester visits Credo Care Fostering
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 complex...
Canterbury Voices supporting young musicians
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 raise...
Consecration Service of The Revd Canon Dr Jabson Watson
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...
TS Jamaica Margate Sea & Royal Marines Cadets Division Evening
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...
HRH The Princess Royal visits the Hospital of Sir John Hawkins
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...
Dandelion Time
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 and families...
King’s Award for Enterprise Winners Announced
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 King's...
