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Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards for Young People 2026 winners announced
The finalists were recognised for their dedication in going above and beyond to help others and their remarkable outstanding personal achievements
Meet Leicestershire’s new Deputy Lieutenants
Five new Deputy Lieutenants have been formally recognised at a ceremony in County Hall
Nominations open for the Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards for Young People 2026
People are encouraged to nominate the outstanding young people who make a real difference to their communities
County groups receive King’s Award for Voluntary Service
The award is equivalent to the MBE
Honours presented by Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire
Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire, Mike Kapur OBE CStJ, presented three British Empire Medals
Nominate outstanding voluntary organisations for Royal award
The award is equivalent to an MBE
Invictus Games athlete joins Armed Forces ceremony
Armed Forces Day honours the huge contribution made by current and former members of the armed forces, their families, reservists and adult cadet volunteers
80th Anniversary of Victory in Japan (VJ) Day
In 2025, the UK will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Japan Day
Road closure fees waived for events to mark VJ Day anniversary
Roads can be closed for free to allow communities to host events to mark the historic date
Lord-Lieutenant’s Awards for Young People 2025 winners announced
Inspiring young people recognised at celebration
Beacon to be lit to commemorate 80th anniversary of VE Day
Several events are taking place to mark the historic event
80th Anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day
In 2025, the UK will commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
Apply for free road closure to celebrate 80th anniversary of VE Day
The deadline for applications for a free road closure to allow a celebration of the 80th anniversary of VE Day is Friday, 21 March
Royal honour presented by Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire
Rosemary Mason has been honoured for her service to the Royal Family
Still time to nominate Lord-Lieutenant’s Young Person of the Year 2025
Your chance to nominate inspiring young people in your community
Lord-Lieutenant appoints his new cadets
The six cadets will support the Lord-Lieutenant with his duties over the coming year
King honours six voluntary groups from Leicestershire
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service holds the same value as an MBE
Armistice Day service at County Hall
The service will incorporate the laying of wreaths and a two-minute silence at 11am.
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.