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The Lord-Lieutenant

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The Vice Lord-Lieutenant, Colonel Richard Hurwood DL, standing in front of St Mary's Church, Melton and smiling

The Vice Lord-Lieutenant

The Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire is Colonel Richard Hurwood DL. This role is appointed by the Lord-Lieutenant.

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The Deputy Lieutenants

The Deputy Lieutenants are appointed to assist the Lord-Lieutenant in civic and ceremonial duties.

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Work with the Royal Family

As His Majesty’s representative locally, the Lord-Lieutenant works closely with the Royal Households.

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The King’s Award for Enterprise

The King’s Award for Enterprise are the UK’s most prestigious business awards, presented annually to exceptional businesses across the country who have proved outstanding in their field.

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The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

The King’s Award for Voluntary Service celebrates the outstanding work of local volunteer groups across the UK.

Lord-Lieutenant - BEM awards

Personal honours

The UK honours system is a way of recognising individuals who have continuously gone above and beyond for the needs of others, demonstrated significant public service or excelled in a particular area.

Lord-Lieutenant's Young Person of the Year

Lord-Lieutenant's Award for Young People

Celebrating the achievements of young people in Leicester and Leicestershire.

The Lord-Lieutenant

The Lord-Lieutenant

The Lord-Lieutenant of Leicestershire is Michael Kapur OBE CStJ.

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