News & Updates
Our blog containing all our news, updates, media and events.
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...
St George’s Day Parade – Tonbridge and District Scouts and Guides
Deputy Lieutenant Ann Millington was very pleased to represent the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent at the Tonbridge and District Scouts and Guides St George's Day Parade, held at Tonbridge Castle. The annual parade brought together young people and adult volunteers to...
Celebrating 100 years
Deputy Lieutenant Mrs Georgie Warner was delighted to visit Mr Gerald Perryman on behalf of the Lord-Lieutenant of Kent to mark the very special occasion of his 100th birthday. A proud Second World War veteran and longstanding member of the Royal British Legion...
St George’s Day
The Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to see communities across the county coming together for fantastic St George’s Day celebrations organised by Cohesion Plus. Deputy Lieutenant Nadra Ahmed joined the celebrations in Dartford, and Deputy Lieutenant Dr Vasudaven...
HRH The Duchess of Gloucester visits Blackthorn Trust and Spadework
The Lord-Lieutenant of Kent was delighted to welcome HRH The Duchess of Gloucester to Kent during her visit to Blackthorn Trust and Spadework. During the visit, Her Royal Highness had the opportunity to learn more about the vital work delivered by both organisations,...
