I had the pleasure of meeting Angela Gonzalez from Wellbeing Empowered Solutions CIC in Walsall. This amazing organisation is making waves by supporting individuals of African heritage with vital services like interpretation, advocacy, and integration assistance for new arrivals.

As High Sheriff of the West Midlands, I attended a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Birmingham Temple in Sutton Coldfield.   The event began with a service in the chapel followed by a symbolic soil-turning ceremony. This new temple will serve as a sacred space for many and

Tremendous atmosphere at the #WestMids The King's Award ceremony in Birmingham. Celebrating our fabulous volunteers. WMLieutenancy #KAVS

Lord-Lieutenant Derrick Anderson CBE is delighted to announce the appointment of 6 Deputy Lieutenants for the West Midlands, Mr Mark Heywood, Mr Clive Reeves, Mrs Abbie Vlahakis Mrs Sandra Samuels OBE, Mrs Lisa Webb GM and Mr Ed James

Wow, what a day we had yesterday with our fabulous The King's Award volunteers from across the region. Your work and dedication deserves the recognition that you have received. Congratulations to all our winners - You are amazing!

At our big celebration yesterday the Lord-Lieutenant was delighted to present our Young Active Citizen Awards to four outstanding young people. Congratulations Darci-Bleu Stewart, Elizabeth Downes, Jeevan Jhutti and Syed Ahmed.

I had the privilege of visiting Ronald McDonald House Charities Ronald McDonald House Charities in Birmingham in my capacity as High Sheriff of the West Midlands. It was wonderful to see the recent refurbishment of various rooms that will provide a welcoming and comfortable environment for families during

As the High Sheriff of the West Midlands, I had the honour of attending the King's Award for Voluntary Service, where we celebrated the incredible contributions of volunteers in the West Midlands.   The address from the Lord Lieutenant recognised the incredible contributions of

I had a really inspiring visit to Queen Alexandra College in Birmingham. This incredible college is dedicated to supporting young people with disabilities, helping them achieve their full potential and lead independent lives.   During my visit, I was greeted by Cathryn Worth and

I had the honour of attending the opening of The People’s Gallery, at Midland Metropolitan University Hospital, as High Sheriff of the West Midlands. This is one of two wonderful new community spaces created by Your City & Metropolitan Hospitals Charity.  First to be opened, and

Thank you @HighSheriffWM24 Thank you to everyone that supported me with my fundraising you all have helped me reached well over £100,000 for 18 different charities which I am so grateful for.

During my year as High Sheriff, I have witnessed the resilience, spirit, and generosity of our community. It is vital that we channel our energy into creating a better, safer and more cohesive place to live and work. By coming together we can create real impact across the West

Mark Smith is delighted and honoured to have been appointed as the High Sheriff of the County of West Midlands, following his Declaration Ceremony at Birmingham Crown Court yesterday. Mark succeeds Mr Douglas Wright MBE DL and Mark would like to thank Doug for everything he has

As we approach the 80th anniversary of VE Day, I was very pleased to have the opportunity to attend a Concert for Peace at Dudley College last night. The event was organised by Rose Cook Monk and was a combination of music and dance, interspersed with poignant speeches and

For those celebrating, may I wish you a very Happy Easter. I had the pleasure of joining my Chaplain Rev Claire Reid at St John's Walmley for an uplifting service led by Rev Ade Evans, together with the Rt Revd Canon Esther Jones, Bishop of Aston.

A super evening in Coventry for a service of thanksgiving for the City of Coventry and the Lord Mayor Mal Mutton. Lord Mayor spoke with great pride about the City of Coventry and how much she has enjoyed the opportunity to act as the Lord Mayor for the past 12 months.