It was lovely to join Flitwick and Ampthill Sea Cadets to say goodbye to their Commanding Officer Lt Jake Blackstaffe RNR. He has been the CO for the last 8 years. Jake has been a true hero, allowing so many young people to shine & go on to achieve so much through being a cadet
Many people may think of showing their sadness and respect for The Duke by laying flowers. In this time of pandemic, The Royal Family has expressly asked that instead of floral tributes, people might consider instead donating to a charity of their choice https://t.co/OSy45GxMin
What an amazing honour to present Certificates of Meritorious Service to five outstanding individuals this evening. Their dedication, loyalty, commitment, creativity & courage are an example to us all. Sincere congratulations @BedsHertsACF@FA_SCC @2482HenlowSqn @158RegimentRLC
Looking forward to sharing my virtual Easter Service with you all. With the “You Raise Me up” theme, the service reflects on the #Easter message of rebirth & renewal as we move forward & strive to shape a better world. The service will be available on You Tube on Thur 1st April
Today I am celebrating 25 yrs voluntary service with the SCC and would have been marching out with a Massed Band of 100 to commemorate Battle of Trafalgar. We’ve produced this instead! @SeaCadetsUK@Captain_SCC@RMBandService https://t.co/r9yW3C0y7T
It has been my absolute pleasure this evening to welcome 7 fine young people to my team of Lord-Lieutenant Cadets at ceremony held virtually. I am looking forward to the year ahead and hope that we can meet in person soon
Today is #CadetDay as part of Armed Forced Week. I am privileged to work with a great bunch of youngsters and Adult Volunteers. Transferable skills, lifelong friendships and personal pride. What’s not to love? @SeaCadetsUK@Captain_SCC
Submariners Cdr Ryan Ramsey RN and Lt Hugo Mitchell-Heggs RN will be taking over Sea Cadets social media for 7 days of 7 isolation tips! Day 1 is all about Interaction. Next Monday they’ll go live on @SeaCadetsUK insta to answer your questions 📣Submit yours at #AsktheSubmariner
My sincere thanks to Vice Lord-Lieutenant Colonel Chris Sharwood-Smith MBE @VLLBeds for representing me at the Chairman of Central Bedfordshire Annual Civic Service at St Mary's Church Stotfold. Thanks also to LL Cadet Ellie Allison from @FA_SCC for supporting Col Sharwood-Smith
Very proud of my LL Cadet Ellie Allison from @FA_SCC for her excellent support at the Bedfordshire @PoppyLegion Festival of Rememberance at @Bedfordcornexch last evening. It was a very poignant moment when she went on the stage & received the Baton from the Veteran #Remembrance