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What is a lieutenancy area – and why is it not a county?
A lieutenancy area functions as the territory for a lord-lieutenant, distinct from geographic counties, which predate the office and serve different purposes.
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Proposed Ridgeway Council is 75% Berkshire – and creates a rare opportunity to fix the lieutenancies
The creation of Ridgeway Council illustrates the distinction between local governance and geographic counties, revealing that most of its territory lies in Berkshire, not Oxfordshire.
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Local government is changing again. This time, fix the lieutenancies for good
England’s local-government reorganisation prompts the need to realign lieutenancies with historic counties, separating them from changing administrative boundaries to ensure stability and clarity.
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Rutland is not being abolished: what local government reorganisation really means
The Government’s reorganisation will not abolish Rutland but merge its council with a larger unitary authority from April 2028, maintaining its geographic identity.
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Ceredigion, Sir Aberteifi or Cardiganshire? The County Name Explained
Ceredigion is the older Welsh name for the territory, while Sir Aberteifi is the traditional name derived from Cardigan, representing two distinct yet authentic naming traditions.
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Is Monmouthshire in England or Wales? The Monmouthshire Question Explained
Monmouthshire’s national status remains historically ambiguous, possessing strong Welsh ties yet often associated with England, highlighting its unique geographical and constitutional narrative.
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County Progress Report: Yorkshire Day, Ancient Boundaries and the Latest LGR Areas
RealCounties celebrates one million views this month, highlighting Yorkshire Day, ancient boundary documentation, and responses to local government reorganisation, promoting historic county relevance and identity.
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Yorkshire Day: celebrating one county, three Ridings, shared identity
Yorkshire Day, celebrated on 1 August, unites communities to honour Yorkshire’s heritage and identity, emphasising its historical significance beyond modern administrative boundaries.
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The counties were never abolished. So why does everyone think they were?
The Government maintains that traditional county boundaries remain unchanged despite local government reorganisations in 1974, leading to widespread misconceptions about county identity.
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Shetland Day Celebrates One of Britain’s Most Distinctive Historic Counties
Shetland Day on 21 June celebrates the islands’ unique culture, history, and enduring identity, connecting present communities with their rich Norse heritage.
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Sussex Day: celebrating one historic county, from Chichester to Rye
On 16 June, Sussex Day celebrates the county’s rich heritage, community, and identity, reminding people of Sussex’s enduring significance beyond modern administrative boundaries.
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Boundary Signs to Be Unveiled at County Bridge, Barnard Castle
New road signs marking the historic border between North Riding of Yorkshire and County Durham will be unveiled on 15 June at County Bridge, Barnard Castle.
Geography • Identity • Continuity
Reference, evidence, and public education for the historic counties.
Counties are geography. Councils run services, lieutenancies are ceremonial – neither defines the counties.
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