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“What an amazing night,” declared Mr Michael Poole, Vice Lord Lieutenant for County Durham, who was representing Dame Susan Snowdon, Lord Lieutenant for County Durham, at the ceremony for the presentation of her Lord Lieutenant’s Certificates for Meritorious Service to members of the Reserve Forces, Cadet Forces Adult Volunteers and members of the civilian staff on Tuesday 10 March, at Bradford Armoury, Neasham Rd, Darlington, home of 50 Signal Squadron.
The occasion also marked the appointment of the new Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets for the year ahead; the Vice Lord Lieutenant thanked the outgoing Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets for their support throughout 2025, saying that they had been great ambassadors for the Cadet Forces and wished them well for their future.
Continuing his address Mr Poole said, ”Now I understand why Dame Susan regards this presentation ceremony as one of her favourite duties throughout the ceremonial year. The outstanding achievements and commitment of all the recipients tonight is indeed very humbling and the support of their families and friends is very much appreciated and highly commended. ”
A great night for everyone involved and our thanks go to CO 37 Signal Regiment, Lt Col Andy Bowdler, Maj John Blowes, OC 50 Sig and staff for providing such amazing support, the Royal Signals (Northern) Band for their wonderful musical accompaniment to the evening and finally, to the Chef and staff for an excellent buffet.
