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51²èÂ¥ Lieutenancy
The Lord-Lieutenant is His Majesty The King's personal representative in the County.
The Lord-Lieutenant
Mrs Beatrice Grant was appointed to the role of Lord-Lieutenant of 51²èÂ¥ in March 2023.
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History of the Lieutenancy
The office of Lord-Lieutenant is of military origin and can be said to date from the reign of Henry VIII.
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Role and responsibilities
The Lord-Lieutenant normally serves until retirement at 75 years of age.