Representing His Majesty the King in the West Midlands
THE WEST MIDLANDS LIEUTENANCY
The Lord- Lieutenant of the West Midlands is His Majesty’s personal representative and the role involves supporting civic, ceremonial, voluntary, charitable and social activity.
Sir John Crabtree OBE, is the Lord-Lieutenant of the West Midlands and he is supported by the Vice Lord-Lieutenant, Deputy Lieutenants and a small secretariat.
“I am enormously proud of the West Midlands – its people, its communities and above all, its energy. We have one of the youngest populations in Europe. We are culturally and artistically diverse. We are hugely creative and entrepreneurial – and we are home to thousands of enterprises that make a significant contribution to the nation’s economy. The people of the West Midlands can be proud of its achievements that are recognised throughout the world.
“It is this vitality and variety that the West Midlands Lieutenancy is committed to supporting – helping to bring our many communities together whilst also promoting and showcasing the unique qualities that together create the West Midlands. As Lord-Lieutenant I am privileged to be a part of such a dynamic and wonderful county and will always do all that I can to support the many fantastic achievements and people here.”
Sir John Crabtree OBE, Lord-Lieutenant of the West Midlands
About the West Midlands Lieutenancy
The West Midlands Lieutenancy is the second largest lieutenancy in England and Wales supporting a population of nearly 3 million people across the seven local authorities of Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall and Wolverhampton.
Although the West Midlands’ metropolitan county was only formed in 1974, the office of Lord-Lieutenant dates back to the 16th century and the reign of Henry VIII.
Today the West Midlands Lieutenancy is involved in a variety of community roles and activities, including:
- Arranges and supports visits to the West Midlands by members of the Royal Family who are accompanied by the Lord-Lieutenant or his representative whilst in the area.
- Advises on nominations and honours – including The New Year Honours and The King’s Birthday Honours.
- Helps identify companies and enterprises that might be considered as recipients of The King’s Award for Enterprise.
- Presents medals, King’s Awards and other commendations including planning and organising the presentation of the British Empire Medal held each year in the West Midlands.
- Maintains and encourages links with the civic authorities, armed forces and the emergency services.
West Midlands Lieutenancy on Twitter
; At @WMLieutenancy are trying to attend as many events in #birmingham this #remembrancesunday . Do you know of a local ceremony in the city? Can you put me in touch with the organiser?
Really great to be part of the @YOUWestMids Leadership Day @AUEA_UTC
Lord-Lieutenant Sir John Crabtree is looking forward to meeting all the participants tomorrow at the @YOUWestMids Leadership day.
This week @AnitaBhalla represented the Lord-Lieutenant at the Global Investors Summit hosted by the Consulate General of India.
Working as a team, the West Midlands lieutenancy, representing our Lord Lieutenant Sir John Crabtree OBE, attend Citizenship Ceremonies, around our region and with our Lord Mayor’s, we welcome new citizens who wish to reside & work & study in the United Kingdom.
Congratulations to all those who were awarded the British Empire Medal this afternoon 🥳🎖
Today the Lord-Lieutenant has conducted the investiture for British Empire honourees from across the West Midlands. Congratulations everyone.
@WMLieutenancy Representing the Lord Lieutenant at The Women’s Awards East & West Midlands 2023, an opportunity to recognise an inspiring and diverse group of female leaders working hard to further their local communities 👏👏 🥇
