High Sheriff Community Engagement
4 April 2025

Declaration Gallery 2025

The declarations of the High Sheriff, the Deputy Sheriff and the Deputy Under Sheriff took place on 4th April at Jubilee Hall in Amersham. The ceremony was led by The Resident Judge Aylesbury and Amersham Crown Courts, His Honour Judge Jonathan Cooper and witness by the Chair of Buckinghamshire Magistrates Debbie Gibbs JP.

Pippa Kirkbride and Buckinghamshire Scouts Young People's Awards Presentation Day Judicial Procession

Speeches

Speeches were given by the New High Sheriff, Pippa Kirkbride, the previous High Sheriff, Kurshida Mirza BEM and HM Lord-Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, The Countess Howe.

Prayers

Opening and Closing prayers were given by the new chaplain, Reverend Jonny Rapson.

Music

The fanfare for the High Sheriff by Paul Guenault, Director of Music, Buckinghamshire Music Trust was performed by members of Bucks County Youth Orchestra.

High Sheriff Declaration Ceremony High Sheriff with Police Representatives Youth Recognition Awards
Formal Ceremony in Grand Hall Ceremonial Procession Reception with Dignitaries
Traditional Ceremony with Judges Distinguished Guests Networking Ceremonial Document Signing
Youth Orchestra Performance Formal Reception Setting Community Awards Presentation