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Each High Sheriff of the 55 Counties of England and Wales is appointed by HM the King and holds office for one year. The office is the oldest secular office save for the monarchy, dating back to Alfred the Great in the Saxon era, when the ‘Shire Reeve’ collected taxes and maintained law and order for the King. It is an unpaid independent appointment that involves supporting the judiciary, police, emergency services and civic authorities, as well as charities and voluntary organisations.

The High Sheriff Youth Awards charity recognises the work of young people in reducing crime and anti-social behaviour, which is akin to the responsibility of High Sheriffs in the past to preserve the peace. By applying for an award to make your community in Surrey safer, you are continuing a tradition of more than a thousand years.

The High Sheriff of Surrey for 2023-2024 is Tim Wates, a Deputy Lieutenant of Surrey and incoming Chairman of Leatherhead-headquartered Wates Group.

During his year he will actively promote the work of the HSYA as well as issues around mental health, which are of particular concern to young people. During the pandemic, many were forced to retreat into our homes, physically separated from friends and family. This had an enormous impact on the mental health of young people.

Tying this theme into the traditional responsibilities of the High Sheriff, Tim will highlight the challenges that the police, mental health specialists, and other public services face in responding to people suffering acute mental health crises.

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