The High Sheriff of Staffordshire

August 2024

8th August 2024
Johnnie Johnson Housing Trust Celebration 

Celebrated the legacy of Johnnie Johnson at the National Memorial Arboretum. The Johnnie Johnson Housing Trust donated a cheque to to SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, supporting regulars, reserves, and their families in the Royal Navy, Royal Marines, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Thank you to Sue Lock & Craig Moule for such dedication and hard work.

https://www.jjhousing.co.uk/

11th August 2024
Civic Service at The Parish Church of St. Mary the Virgin Uttoxeter 

A magnificent Church, glorious Service & delightful lunch thanks to the Mayor, Councillor John Glandfield. It was a delightful ceremony and an opportunity to connect withmembers of the Town Council & community.

https://www.uttoxetertowncouncil.gov.uk

13th August 2024
Bremen Wreath Laying Service of Remembrance – Peace & Reconciliation at the Commonwealth Cemetery

A great privilege to participate in the Service of Remembrance for Peace & Reconciliation at the Commonwealth & German Military Cemeteries on Cannock Chase. The event honoured war history preservation & togetherness and was attended by dignitaries & youth from Staffordshire and Germany. Thank you to Cllr. Philip Hewitt for hosting a wonderful reception at Stafford County Buildings afterwards.

https://www.cannockchasedc.gov.uk

17th August 2024
Lichfield District City of Sanctuary picnic

Rounded off the month with a visit to Middleton Hall in Tamworth, to meet Nigel Gann & Team who offer support and solidarity to Lichfield Refugees, including Afghan, Syrian, Ukrainian, Chinese. I felt humbled to hear their personal stories, but they are able now to rebuild their lives and we all enjoyed the open air picnic and activities.

https://lichfield.cityofsanctuary.org