THE Deputy Lieutenant of Shropshire was the guest at a recent meeting of Oswestry Rotary Club, where she talked about her role and explained her duties.

Veronica Lillis used to recent meeting to explain what is involved in the role of the lieutenancy, the lord-lieutenant and their deputies and, importantly, how the community can help with feedback and suggestions.

She explained how she was honoured to act as 'the eyes and ears' of the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, Anna Turner, by seeking out examples of the work and dedication of people from all walks of life to make their community a better place.

During the recent Coronation celebrations Veronica had attended many events such as tree plantings and the unveiling of Oswestry's coronation plaque at the Guildhall on the Bailey Head.

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Finding out about the activities of Oswestry Rotary Club, Mrs Lillis said: "I was particularly interested to learn about ‘Lifeline', the Club's Year 6 Life Lessons project at Park Hall in September each year.

"I encourage them to invite Anna Turner, the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, to attend.

“I am sure she will be happy that I come with her, or represent her if she can’t make it, and it sounds like a great event.”

Mrs Lillis also invited the Rotarians to help recognise remarkable achievements by nominating people, or companies, for an award or honour from the King via the lieutenancy's website https://www.lordlieutenantofshropshire.org.uk/helping-you/nominate-someone-for-an-honour/.

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Club president, Mark Liquorish, thanked Veronica for taking the time to talk about the lieutenancy to the Club. 

He added: "What a wide variety of activities you become involved with - I hope that you find the remaining years of your tenure rewarding.”