Forms and scheduled maintenance

Some of our forms will be unavailable on Sunday 20 September, 4am to 10am for scheduled IT maintenance. We apologise for any inconvenience.

Civic and ceremonial

County Hall

Find out about the role of the Chairman and Lord-Lieutenant.

The Lord-Lieutenant and Leicestershire Lieutenancy

The Lord-Lieutenant is the King’s representative in the county.

The Chairman

The 2026-27 Chairman is Linda Danks, she is the 50th since the council began in 1889.

The Vice-Chairman

The Vice Chairman for 2026 - 27 is Linda Broadley.

Supporting the Armed Forces

The county council is proud to support members of the Armed Forces and their families in Leicestershire.

Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen of the County Council

In 2005, the council agreed to appoint Honorary Aldermen and Alderwomen. The title recognises exceptional service of people who have reached the end of their political careers.

News

King's Award for Voluntary Service logo
Nominate outstanding voluntary organisations for Royal award

The award holds the same value as an MBE and acknowledges the remarkable efforts of volunteer groups in their communities

Flag raising ceremony at County Hall to celebrate our armed forces

Public invited to show support for all our service personnel

King honours six Leicestershire companies

They have been granted the King’s Award for Enterprise