Gavin Whitefield

LANARK LANIMERS 2023

LANARK LANIMERS 2023

The Lanarkshire Lieutenancy was once again delighted to be represented at the Lanark Lanimer Celebrations from 4th to 11th June 2023.

Lord Lieutenant Lady Haughey CBE attended the Kirkin of the Lord Cornet Elect Ross Fitzgerald in St Nicholas Parish Church on Sunday 4th June .

On the Monday night following the Perambulation of the Marches, recently appointed William Tennant DL, was on the platform at Lanark Cross for the Shifting of the Standard ceremony .

Vice Lord-Lieutenant Gavin Whitefield CBE DL took part in the Lanimer Day procession on Thursday 8th June which culminated in the crowning of the  Lanimer Queen Chloe Robertson by Mrs June Main . Finally at the Evening Spectacular at the Cross  Gavin had the honour of taking the Salute as the bands marched off bringing to an end a memorable and very successful Lanimer Day .

Over 700 people from schools and organisations took part in the procession which was a real highlight of the celebrations and Lanimer Committee Chairman , Kenny Lean, all his members and everyone involved in the arrangements should be extremely proud of delivering a spectacular procession and such an enjoyable week of celebrations .

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ARMED FORCES DAY 2023

ARMED FORCES DAY 2023

Armed Forces Day 2023

What is Armed Forces Day?

Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving troops to Service families, veterans, and cadets. Continue reading →

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THE KING’S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE 2024 – NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN

Every day, millions of people across the UK are making a difference by volunteering. Each year, outstanding examples of this work are celebrated through the King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS).

Created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee and previously known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS), the Award has been shining a light on the fantastic work of voluntary groups from all across the UK for many years.

Equivalent to an MBE, KAVS is the highest Award given to local voluntary groups in the UK, and they are awarded for life.

Full details of the awards scheme and the nomination process are available from the KAVS website at

Homepage

Nominations for the 2024 Awards are now open and require to be submitted online by 15th September 2023 .

 

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DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

DIAMOND WEDDING ANNIVERSARY

Many congratulations to Wishaw couple Bob and Jean Burgess who celebrated their Diamond Wedding Anniversary on 7th June 2023 . Continue reading →

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