June 28, 2021 4.39 pm
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Princess Anne officially opens blue light hub in Lincoln
Royalty in Lincoln
Princess Anne meeting Lincolnshire County Council leader Martin Hill and Lincolnshire Police & Crime Commissioner Marc Jones. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
Lincoln gave a Royal welcome to Princess Anne on Monday when she visited the city to officially open the joint ambulance, fire and police station on South Park.
The £21 million facility has been operational since late 2019, but the coronavirus pandemic delayed the officially opening event that was able to finally take place on Monday, June 28.
Princess Anne was greeted by representatives from all emergency services in the building, as well as by county councillors and staff members. People also reported seeing her land in a helicopter in Lincoln.
Princess Anne met staff from East Midlands Ambulance Service. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
She also met staff from Lincolnshire Fire & Rescue. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
Princess Anne officially opened the joint ambulance, fire and police station on South Park. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
Her Royal Highness also visited staff involved with the response to the pandemic at the County Emergency Centre before having lunch there.
— BBC Radio Lincolnshire (@BBCRadioLincs) June 28, 2021
An escorted tour guided Princess Anne around the facilities and she even got a chance to meet police dog Frankie from the force’s dog unit.
Princess Anne even got to meet PD Frankie from Lincolnshire Police’s dog unit. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
Princess Anne with Lincolnshire Police’s Chief Constable Chris Haward. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
Princess Anne talks to volunteers at St John Ambulance’s Lincoln HQ. | Photo: Dan Wray
Earlier in the day, Princess Anne visited the HQ of St John Ambulance on Low Moor Road in Lincoln. She is currently St John’s Commandant-in-Chief (Youth).
The Royal Family have a close relationship with St John Ambulance. In 1888 Queen Victoria granted the Order of St John a Royal Charter, and the Reigning Monarch has been the Sovereign Head of the Order ever since.
The Queen is Patron, The Princess Royal is Commandant-in-Chief (Youth), The Duke of Gloucester is Grand Prior, The Countess of Wessex is Grand President of St John in England, and the Duchess of Gloucester is Commandant-in-Chief of St John in Wales.
Princess Anne with Louise Mumford, St John Priory Group Chair, and Peter Howie, District Manager. | Photo: Dan Wray
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Sgt Tom Richardson – Dog Unit Sergeant – Special Operations and police dog ‘Frankie’ from the Police Dog Unit. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
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Blue Watch and on-call firefighters and on-call firefighters from Lincoln South. | Photo: John Aron for The Lincolnite
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We are investigating following a house fire where a man has sadly died.
Officers were called to the incident in Farrow Road, Spalding, at 1.03am today (7 August) following reports of what was described as an explosion. The property has suffered 100% damage.
Despite the best efforts of emergency services and members of the public who offered assistance, a man in his 50’s was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
His next of kin have been informed.
Another man who is thought to have been passing by the property and offered his help suffered burn injuries and is currently receiving treatment.
The cause of the fire is under investigation, and we are keeping an open mind as experts from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue Service investigate today. We would encourage people not to speculate while we investigate the cause.
Officers will remain in the area for the next few days carrying out enquiries.
Anyone who saw or heard anything, or captured the incident on doorbell camera or dashcam is asked to contact us. There are a number of ways to get in touch:
You can call us on 101 quoting incident number 43 of 7 August.
You can email: [email protected] incident number 43 of 7 August in the subject line.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or you can give information anonymously online
Lincolnshire 30 Under 30, The Lincolnite‘s showcase of young up and coming talent and high achievers, is open for nominations.
Thanks to our sponsors, Sparkhouse, Ringrose Law, Streets Chartered Accountants, Lincoln College and The Strait & Narrow, publishers Stonebow Media are organising the celebration of Lincolnshire’s promising talent for this autumn.
In 2021 we received almost 200 nominations for our county’s rising stars and and we’re seeking those who have shone over the past twelve months from entrepreneurs, to athletes, artists and rapidly developing professionals.
We’re looking to hear from inspirational young achievers from all backgrounds and professional fields. You can nominate yourself, or someone you know personally or professionally who is making our county proud.
Nominations are open for people from across Greater Lincolnshire (from the Humber to the Wash), either living or working in our region (and beyond!)
Entries close on September 9. A reception event is scheduled for Thursday, November 10, at the Lincoln Cathedral Chapterhouse. Check out the 2021 celebration.
Why this matters
The Lincolnite’s 30 Under 30 showcase is a celebration of the best and brightest in Lincolnshire, putting our young talent on the map regionally and nationally.
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