Lord Lieutenant of Cleveland
Encyclopedia
This is a list of people who have served as Lord Lieutenant
of Cleveland
since its creation in 1974 to its abolition (and that of the county) in 1996:
Lord Lieutenant
The title Lord Lieutenant is given to the British monarch's personal representatives in the United Kingdom, usually in a county or similar circumscription, with varying tasks throughout history. Usually a retired local notable, senior military officer, peer or business person is given the post...
of Cleveland
Cleveland, England
Cleveland is an area in the north east of England. Its name means literally "cliff-land", referring to its hilly southern areas, which rise to nearly...
since its creation in 1974 to its abolition (and that of the county) in 1996:
- 1974–1979: Major Cecil Crosthwaite
- 1979–1981: Colonel John Pounder
- 1981–1996: Richard Chaloner, 3rd Baron GisboroughRichard Chaloner, 3rd Baron GisboroughThomas Richard John Long Chaloner, 3rd Baron Gisborough is a British Peer. He was born at Hurworth Old Hall, Darlington, the son of Thomas Chaloner, 2nd Baron Gisborough and his wife Esther Hall. He succeeded his father as 3rd Baron in 1951. In 1967 he was appointed to the Board of Universal...