Office of High Sheriff

Sovereign’s representative in a County for :

• All matters relating to the Judiciary and maintenance of law and order
• Attendance at Royal visits
• Well being of HM Judges in the County and attending them in court during legal terms
• Appointment of Under Sheriff
• Returning Officer – Parliamentary Elections in County Constituencies
• Proclamation of accession – new Sovereign
• Maintenance of loyalty of subjects to the Crown

Some functions delegated to professional services – Chief Constable but with close support during year of office.

Law and good order linked to prevention of crime and disorder hence The Tribune Trust.

For additional information see www.highsheriffs.com

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