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Emergency Service Day – National 999 Day – 9th Sept
Emergency Services Day (also known as 999 Day) is a Government backed national day across the UK. It is backed by the Prime Minister and First Ministers of Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales. 999 Day is your chance to support the heroic men and women of the NHS and...
Photo’s of events attended by the Lieutenancy on VJ Day 15th Aug 2020
Father Mark Skelton leads the service in Teignmouth with Brian Wills-Pope Deputy Lieutenant in attendance. The Far East Prisoners of War Association arranged an outdoor remembrance service in the grounds of The Minster Church of St. Andrew, Plymouth. Brigadier Simon...
A message from HM Lord Lieutenant of Devon – 75th Anniversary of VJ Day 15th August 2020
On this the 75th anniversary of Victory over Japan we remember all of those veterans of the Far East campaign. We particularly pay tribute to the armed forces personnel from across the UK and the Commonwealth, tens of thousands of whom fought and died including those...
HM Lord Lieutenant of Devon’s blog
August 2020 We must be thankful that, so far, Devon has escaped the worst impacts of Covid-19 although for some families it has already brought tragic consequences. More businesses are now open for business and tourists are flocking to the County taking advantage of...
The Queen’s Awards launch of the refocused Promoting Opportunity (through social mobility)
The Queen’s Awards are the most prestigious awards for business, celebrating the outstanding achievements of organisations across the UK and 20 July 2020 marked the launch of the refocused Promoting Opportunity (through social mobility) category. Please click here to...
HRH Prince Charles visits Middlemoor Fire Service HQ 22nd July 2020
HRH Prince Charles was welcomed today by HM Lord-Lieutenant of Devon, David Fursdon at Middlemoor Fire Service HQ to meet with the Chief Fire Officer Lee Howell. Lee introduced His Royal Highness to various staff of the Fire and Rescue Service Group, South West...
Armed Forces Day Saturday 27th June 2020
Armed Forces Day takes place on the last Saturday each June. In 2020, it will take place on Saturday 27 June. Armed Forces Day celebrations begin on Monday 22 June when the Armed Forces Day flag is raised on buildings and famous landmarks around the country....
June 22nd marks National Windrush Day
The nation will pay tribute to the outstanding and ongoing contribution of the Windrush Generation and their descendants on 22 June 2020. Celebrating Windrush in Devon on Windrush Day, Monday 22nd June. A virtual event is planned by Devon Development Education....
Royal recognition for Devon’s top volunteer groups
Five Devon volunteer groups receive the Royal seal of approval as they are honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. The Award, the highest given each year to volunteer groups, sets the benchmark for excellence in volunteering and is equivalent in status...
Devon Day is on the 4th of June, the feast day of Saint Petroc
Saint Petroc was a 6th century Celtic saint significant in the county, to whom the Devon flag is dedicated. Saint Petroc was a British prince and Christian saint. Believed to be a son of a Welsh king named Glywys, it is related that on his father’s death, he was...
Remember Me………..
Remember Me... Welcome to this on-line book of remembrance for all those who have died as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK. You can submit the name of someone who has died, or view entries
Brigadier Simon Young DL along with the Navy Personnel Surprise World War Two Veteran On Her 100th Birthday
An all-round Plymouth legend who has left her mark on military life turns 100 today - and the Royal Navy has stepped in to ensure she gets the occasion she thoroughly deserves. Military lover Joyce Bedford has had a tough time in lockdown and has been in mourning...
Commemorating the 75th Anniversary of VE Day on Friday the 8th of May.
Her Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Devon sends his good wishes to the people of Devon via this video link The VE Day anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the enormous sacrifice, courage and determination of people from all walks of life during World War...
HM Queen Awards for Enterprise – Devon recipients
Innovation Packexe Ltd, Exeter –Founded in 1989, Exeter based Packexe Ltd have over 30 years’ experience creating high quality self-adhesive protection films. In 2009 the company used this knowledge to create Packexe SMASH, a unique tool for safer and more efficient...
Message from HM Lord-Lieutenant of Devon, David Fursdon
All of us in the Devon Lieutenancy understand the uncertainty being faced by so many people in Devon at this difficult time. We understand too that difficult decisions need to be taken and that families will be facing strains that are quite unprecedented in recent...