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Former Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire David Laing dies

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David Laing,Lord Lieutenant,Northamptonshire

The former Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire, David Laing, has passed away at the age of 78. He held the office from 2014 to 2020 and was recognized for his contributions to charity and philanthropy. He was involved with various organizations and was described as an inspiration by his colleagues.

The former Lord Lieutenant of Northamptonshire , David Laing , has died. The 78-year-old held the office from 2014 to 2020 and has been described as "an inspiration" by the county's current Lord Lieutenant , James Saunders Watson. He also served as high sheriff of the county and the pro chancellor at the University of Northampton. He was awarded a CBE in the 2024 New Year’s Honours list for services to charity and philanthropy.

Mr Laing was involved with, several charities including the Northamptonshire Community Foundation, the Northamptonshire Association of Youth Clubs,Penny Escombe, who was Mr Laing's Deputy Lord Lieutenant and colleague at St John Ambulance, said "he did so much" for the arts, music and charities in the county. "David was a great friend and the great gift of being interested and supportive. Opening doors, making introductions.Mr Laing was born into the Laing construction family, qualified as an architect, and was "hands-on at his farm in Brigstock", the University of Northampton sai

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