Welcome to the website of the Lieutenant-Governor of the Bailiwick of Guernsey
We are pleased to welcome our newest group of recruits to the role of Lieutenant-Governor's Cadet for 2023-2024. Scroll down and you can read all about these exceptional young people.
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The Lieutenant-Governor is appointed by The Monarch and is the Crown's personal representative in the Bailiwick. Appointed for a five year term, Lieutenant General Richard Cripwell CB, CBE took up the post in February 2022. His Excellency is pictured here with his wife, Mrs Louise Cripwell.
Read MoreThe Lieutenant-Governor and/or his partner are patrons of a wide range of Bailiwick charities and other organisations.
Read MoreThe Lieutenant-Governor and his partner host many visits and events, including visits by members of the Royal Family. Learn how to request an event.
Read MoreEach year, outstanding Bailiwick citizens and voluntary groups are recognised by the honours system. Learn how to make a nomination.
Read MoreGovernment House is the official residence of the Lieutenant-Governor and his partner. It is used to host guests from all over the world and to stage events and ceremonies in support of the Bailiwick and its community.
Read MoreWe welcome our five new Cadets for 2023-2024, pictured here at their investiture on 12 September 2023. L-R: Carmen Walsh, Girlguiding Ranger; J-P Lenormand, RYA Assistant Instructor, GST; Neave Chatting-Tonks, Chair of Guernsey Youth Forum; His Excellency; Reuben Montgomery, Sergeant Instructor, CCF Army section; Matilda Shell, St Johns Cadet; Lillie-May Hawkins, Sergeant, ACF.
Read MoreHis Excellency presented two medals to veterans of the UK Nuclear Testing Weapons Programme on November 30
Read MoreMrs Cripwell presented Long Service Awards at Government House on 16th November
Read MoreThe Lieutenant-Governor is making the rounds of the Douzaines during his term and has recently been to visit St Andrews and Vale Douzaines
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