LordLieutenantBucks

Twitter account for Countess Howe, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire. His Majesty The King’s official representative in the county of Buckinghamshire

[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

2/2 are fully deserving of this prestigious recognition.” HM Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, The Countess Howe

[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

1/2 “My warmest congratulations to @MonodraughtLtd on its outstanding achievements in innovation, and to @CteAdvTech on its exceptional success in international trade. The King’s Award for Enterprise is among the highest honours bestowed upon UK businesses, and both organisations

[The King's Awards @TheKingsAwards]

🎉 We’re excited to announce the 2026 King’s Awards for Enterprise recipients👑

Our 60th diamond anniversary year sees 186 awards across 185 UK businesses.

🔗View the full list of recipients here: https://t.co/vVU32iIHWb

@biztradegovuk @RoyalFamily @SciTechgovuk @TheGazetteUK

[The Royal Family @RoyalFamily]

☕️ A Garden Party to recognise incredible frontline workers from across the UK!

This afternoon, The King and Queen hosted a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace to celebrate the dedication and contribution of those who serve their communities through volunteering, supporting charitable causes and working for emergency services.

Their Majesties were joined in the garden by The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, The Princess Royal, and The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester.

[Cabinet Office @cabinetofficeuk]

Announcing the Queen Elizabeth Trust

Working with local communities across the UK, the charity will restore & sustain shared spaces which help bring people together from all walks of life & across the generations.

1 of 3 memorial projects to honour Queen Elizabeth’s long reignAnnouncing the Queen Elizabeth Trust

Working with local communities across the UK, the charity will restore & sustain shared spaces which help bring people together from all walks of life & across the generations.

1 of 3 memorial projects to honour Queen Elizabeth’s long reignAnnouncing the Queen Elizabeth Trust

Working with local communities across the UK, the charity will restore & sustain shared spaces which help bring people together from all walks of life & across the generations.

1 of 3 memorial projects to honour Queen Elizabeth’s long reignAnnouncing the Queen Elizabeth Trust

Working with local communities across the UK, the charity will restore & sustain shared spaces which help bring people together from all walks of life & across the generations.

1 of 3 memorial projects to honour Queen Elizabeth’s long reign.

[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

5 new Deputy Lieutenants for Buckinghamshire have today been announced; I. Stephanie Boyce CBE, Graeme Dell, Group Captain Anne-Marie Houghton OBE, Frank Purcell BEM, Gamiel Yafai MBE.
They receive their commission from The Countess Howe, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire.

[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

At 8pm on 27 January, we will #LightTheDarkness for #HolocaustMemorialDay.

Light the Darkness is a moment for the nation to come together – to remember the darkness of the past and to create light together, standing united against prejudice and hatred today.

[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

#wewillrememberthem

[Royal Air Force @RoyalAirForce]

We have worn the poppy as an act of #Remembrance for over 100 years and will continue to do so.

Why do you wear a poppy?

#LestWeForget

[MK IAC @MKIAC]

Just turn up to any of the workshops. No booking needed.

[Community Impact Bucks @CommunityBucks]

Volunteering for just a few hours can change a life 💙 From mentoring to event support or packing food parcels, your time makes a difference.

Start volunteering in Bucks ➡️ https://t.co/YIFSH81IIx #GiveLocal

[Royal Commonwealth Society @RoyalCWSociety]

The wait is finally over! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2025!

Out of an incredible 53,434 entries from across the Commonwealth, these four outstanding young writers have been selected for their exceptional creativity and insight. They’ll soon be travelling to London for a week of educational experiences and an awards ceremony hosted by Her Majesty The Queen, Vice-Patron of the Royal Commonwealth Society. 👑✍️

🏆 Senior Winner: Kaira Puri, 17 – New Delhi, India 🇮🇳
🥈 Senior Runner-up: Pandora Onyedire, 17 – Lagos, Nigeria 🇳🇬
🏆 Junior Winner: Vivaan Agarwal, 14 – Jaipur, India 🇮🇳
🥈 Junior Runner-up: Lakshmi Achanta, 14 – Singapore 🇸🇬

Read their inspiring essays here 👉https://t.co/Oa9ycFfdRj and follow their journey during #QCEC Winners’ Week in London this November!

@RoyalFamily @commonwealthsec

[Charity Commission @ChtyCommission]

This #TrusteesWeek we celebrate charity trustees, shine a light on all your service and commitment, and say a heartfelt thank you. 👏

[Jane @JaneFranklin99]

The “Lone Soldier” in the Memorial Gardens at Old Amersham in Buckinghamshire. His head bowed, and his rifle inverted, signifying respect for the fallen. The statue was beautifully renovated earlier this year using 288 layers of laser-cut plywood. #Remembrance #LestWeForget

[Milton Keynes City Council @mkcouncil]

If you support someone living at home with dementia, our specialist dementia nurses are holding free workshops for carers to get advice, take part in group discussions and take home resources. Book your place by calling 01908 252288 or email [email protected]

[Buckinghamshire Council @BucksCouncil]

Consider donating to a local organisation supporting people, families, and projects in our community. From food banks and youth services to mental health support and community spaces, your contribution will make real change possible. #GiveLocal

[Community Impact Bucks @CommunityBucks]

Volunteering is a great way to use your time and skills to help others, one key volunteering role is the role of a Trustee. 😊

Think being a trustee isn’t for you? 💭 Think again! We’re busting 4 common myths this #TrusteesWeek 👉 https://t.co/Q1Uhv5cy9G

[Department for Culture, Media and Sport @DCMS]

Behind every game, film or app there are amazing career opportunities for young people

https://t.co/ehGksEGrXa

#DiscoverCreativeCareers #SkillsForLife

[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

surrounded by her family. An online book of condolence will become available, from Buckingham Palace, in the following days, and details regarding the funeral will be announced shortly.

The Countess Howe
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire
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[LordLieutenantBucks @LLBucks]

It is with great sadness that we hear the news of the death of Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Kent.   We send our sincere condolences to His Majesty The King, The Duke of Kent and all the members of the Royal Family. She died peacefully last night at Kensington Palace, 1/2

[The Royal Family @RoyalFamily]

It is with deep sorrow that Buckingham Palace announces the death of Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Kent.

Her Royal Highness passed away peacefully last night at Kensington Palace, surrounded by her family.

The King and Queen and all Members of The Royal Family join The Duke of Kent, his children and grandchildren in mourning their loss and remembering fondly The Duchess’s life-long devotion to all the organisations with which she was associated, her passion for music and her empathy for young people.

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