The Lord-Lieutenant is His Majesty’s representative in the county, in this case Essex, and she is charged with the following responsibilities:
– receiving members of the Royal Family who visit Essex;
– meeting and receiving visiting Heads of States if they arrive at Stansted Airport;
– promoting national honours and awards;
– organising the presentations of the British Empire Medals to local recipients;
– validating local nominations;
– supporting and presenting The King’s Awards for Enterprise and The King’s Award for Voluntary Service;
– supporting the local military (regulars, reserves and cadets) in concert with the East Anglia Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (EARFCA). The Lord-Lieutenant is President of the County Forum.
– working closely with elected representatives to pursue mutually beneficial objectives;
– encouraging and supporting positive community cohesion and engagement.
In essence, the role of His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Essex is to uphold the dignity of the Crown and to follow the example of The King by improving the well-being of the residents of Essex.
The Lord-Lieutenant, as His Majesty’s representative, takes precedence over all persons of whatever rank at an event or function.
Yes it is, but it is one which brings with it service and duties.
Mrs Jennifer Tolhurst who was appointed on August 5th 2017.
The correct form of address for the Lord-Lieutenant is:
Written: Mrs Jennifer Tolhurst, His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Essex
Salutation: Dear Lord-Lieutenant
In a speech: In the preamble the Lord-Lieutenant should be referred to as “My Lord-Lieutenant”. A speech might begin “My Lord-Lieutenant, Ladies and Gentlemen…”
Conversation: On formal occasions – Lord-Lieutenant
A Lord-Lieutenant serves until his or her 75th Birthday.
Mrs Tolhurst will retire as Lord-Lieutenant in 2026.
The Sovereign, on the recommendation of the Prime Minister, appoints Lord-Lieutenants.
The role is non-political.
Anybody, but they must clearly have given service to their local community and live near enough to their county or area to know it well and carry out their functions in it effectively.
The Lord-Lieutenant is not paid. It is a voluntary position, like that of Vice Lord-Lieutenant and Deputy Lieutenants.
The Lord-Lieutenant has a very busy schedule but consideration will be given to attending events when possible.
For The King:
“Your Majesty”, on the first occasion and then “Sir” thereafter.
Other female members of the Royal Family who hold the title Her Royal Highness:
“Your Royal Highness” on the first occasion and then “Ma’am” thereafter.
For male members of the Royal Family who hold the title His Royal Highness:
“Your Royal Highness” on the first occasion and then “Sir” thereafter.
The honours system recognises people of outstanding merit, and those who have committed themselves to service to the nation and to their communities. You can submit a nomination at any time via the national website. Applications can also be made through the Lord-Lieutenant.
The answer depends on the type of organisation – is it a voluntary organisation (registered charity or voluntary group) or a business?
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service is awarded for outstanding achievement by groups who regularly volunteer their own time to enhance and improve the lives of others.
More details can be found here >
The King’s Award for Enterprise is the UK’s top award for business performance. They are presented in three categories: international trade, innovation and sustainable development.
The answer depends on the status of the recipient.
