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Civic and ceremonial
Find out about the role of the Chairman and Lord-Lieutenant
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The Lord-Lieutenant
The Lord-Lieutenant is the Queen’s representative in the county.
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Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day will take place on 27 June 2020 and is a way for us to show our support to the Armed Forces family.
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VE Day 75
Friday 8 May 2020 marks 75 years since VE (Victory in Europe) Day when the Second World War came to an end in Europe.
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VJ Day 75
Saturday 15 August 2020 marks 75 years since VJ Day (Victory over Japan), the day Japan surrendered on 15 August 1945 effectively ending the Second World War.
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The Chairman
The 2019 - 2020 Chairman is Pam Posnett, she is the 45th since the council began in 1889.
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The Vice-Chairman
The Vice-Chairman for 2020 - 2021 is Councillor Jeffrey Kaufman.
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2019 Lord-Lieutenant's award ceremony
Award winners of the 2019 Lord-Lieutenant's award for young people.
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Supporting the armed forces
How the council supports the local armed forces.
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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
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Nominate your young person of the year
Each year, the Lord-Lieutenant celebrates the achievements of young people across the city and county.
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Lord Lieutenant's awards: All the winners
Praise for contribution made by youngsters
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Young people celebrated at annual awards
Young people’s achievements recognised at awards ceremony