Island Life Magazine Ltd June/July 2007 | Page 38

life - SOCIETY High Sheriff David Langford makes his declaration The new High Sheriff for the Island, Lieutenant Colonel David Langford, made his Declaration on the 2nd of April to the Lord Lieutenant in the Crown Court. The event was witnessed by past High Sheriffs, many representatives of the different branches of the legal services, and friends and members of his family. This ancient ceremony requires the new High Sheriff to pledge his loyalty to the Queen and to swear to uphold her rights. He also agrees to carry out a long list of duties on behalf of the Crown as required. Afterwards there was a Reception for the 80 guests at the Quay Arts Centre. This was followed by a Lunch at the Royal Solent Yacht Club in Yarmouth.” Master Charles Kingston with his Grandfather (David Langford) Joe Duckworth & Sally Lady Pigot Dick Bradbeer Alan Titchmarsh Sue Langford Roy Westmore Simon Langford Anthony Goddard Sue and John Attrill 38 Island Life - www.isleofwight.net