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Message from the Lord-Lieutenant

As The King’s spokesperson, it's my job to brief His Majesty and to promote South Yorkshire. I want to make it a better place for all who live and work here.

We'll share details about the great work already taking place across the county. We ask you to tell us about good causes and people you feel are worthy of honours.

We ask you to also consider helping us by visiting our X page @LieutenancySY. This has more details about the work of the Lieutenancy. I've also outlined my role and that of the wider Lieutenancy in our plan on a page.

For anyone wanting more details about hosting the Lord-Lieutenant please refer to the guidance for hosts.

Professor Dame Hilary Chapman DBE RN (HM Lord-Lieutenant)

DL Hilary Chapman

About the Lord-Lieutenancy

There are 98 Lord-Lieutenants who cover all areas of the UK. They were first appointed in the reign of Henry VIII to raise militia.

Every county in the United Kingdom has a Lord-Lieutenant, and they act on His Majesty’s behalf.

The Lord-Lieutenant’s first and foremost duty is to uphold the dignity of the Crown. Their role, like the monarch’s, is non-political.

Buckingham Palace

Traditions of the Lord-Lieutenancy

The Lord-Lieutenant and Deputy Lieutenant's uniform and badges, the Lord-Lieutenant's flag and crest, and the history of the Tudor Rose.

Deputy Lieutenants

Deputy Lieutenants are appointed by the Lord-Lieutenant. Their role is to support and represent them.

Lord-Lieutenant's cadets

Details of the Lord-Lieutenant's cadets from the Sea Cadet Corps, Army Cadet Force, and Air Training Corps.

Honours and awards

The honours system recognises people who have made achievements in public life or committed themselves to serving and helping Britain. Read about the different types of honours and awards here.

Birthday and wedding anniversary messages

Apply for a message from the sovereign to celebrate a notable birthday or anniversary.

Diary and events

The Lord-Lieutenant undertakes about 300 engagements a year in the local communities as part of her duties. You can read more about them here.

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion

Read our pledge to be inclusive for everyone in South Yorkshire.

Contact the Lord-Lieutenant

How to contact the Lieutenancy Office for enquiries or invitations, and how to address the Lord-Lieutenant.

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