Lord-Lieutenants engage with SW Regional High Sheriffs

Two Lord-Lieutenants addressed the SW Regional meeting of the High Sheriffs’ Association; they were the Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset Mr Angus Campbell and Lord-Lieutenant of Bristol Mrs Peaches Golding. HM The Queen appoints both the High Sheriff, who focuses on law and order in its widest sense, and the Lord-Lieutenant, who is the personal representative of the Queen, to their roles in each ceremonial county.  Peaches Golding highlighted the ways that High Sheriffs, whose term of office is one year, could assist Lord-Lieutenants on issues that divert young people from crime or criminal activities. She encouraged High Sheriffs to recognise the work of the many volunteers that provide activities, educational and physical pursuits for youth in our communities.  She also highlighted their responsibilities in identifying people from diverse backgrounds and cultures involved in their communities and businesses whose dedication and impact can be recognised in a number of ways.  She congratulated the High Sheriffs on the difference they make in the judicial, probation and prison systems.