Civic and ceremonial

County Hall

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

The Lord-Lieutenant

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

The Chairman

The 2024-25 Chairman is Joe Orson, he is the 48th since the council began in 1889.

The Vice-Chairman

The Vice Chairman for 2024- 25 is Richard Shepherd.

Supporting the Armed Forces

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

Honorary Aldermen of the County Council

In 2005, the council agreed to appoint Honorary Aldermen. 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