On Friday 10th July, 1625IP Chief Executive, Dom Wood, was appointed as Deputy Lieutenant of the County and City of Bristol. Deputies are appointed to reflect the diversity of the County in terms of social range, community background, gender, ethnic mix and service to the community. The role of Deputy Lieutenant involves representing the Lord Lieutenant in his or her absence, including at local ceremonies and official events. "Thank you to Peaches Golding OBE for nominating me, it is a great honour and means so much personally and to the work of everyone at 1625IP. I am excited to begin my new role as Deputy Lieutenant for the wonderful city of Bristol!" Dom Wood, CEO of 1625 Independent People

1625IP CEO appointed as Deputy Lieutenant

11th November 2020

On Friday 10th July, 1625IP Chief Executive, Dom Wood,  was appointed as Deputy Lieutenant of the County and City of Bristol.

Deputies are appointed to reflect the diversity of the County in terms of social range, community background, gender, ethnic mix and service to the community.

The role of Deputy Lieutenant involves representing the Lord Lieutenant in his or her absence, including at local ceremonies and official events.

“Thank you to Peaches Golding OBE for nominating me, it is a great honour and means so much personally and to the work of everyone at 1625IP. I am excited to begin my new role as Deputy Lieutenant for the wonderful city of Bristol!” Dom Wood, CEO of 1625 Independent People

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