A NEW Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset has been appointed following Angus Campbell’s retirement after 10 years. 

Broadmayne resident Michael Dooley took on the responsibility of representing the King in the county on September 5. 

As HM Lord-Lieutenant, Mr Dooley will be working closely with businesses, charities and communities to promote civic, cultural and social initiatives across the county. 

He has extensive experience of working with many charitable sectors and a wide knowledge of the county as High Sheriff in Dorset. 

He is consultant gynaecologist to the Royal Household and practices in London and Dorset, as well as a visiting professor at Bournemouth University. 

Mr Dooley said: "It is a great honour to serve as the king’s representative in Dorset and follow in the footsteps of Angus Campbell whose work has been inspirational and a huge benefit to the community. 

“I am greatly looking forward to working with my lieutenancy team and continuing to work with local charities as well as meeting local people and celebrate their many contributions to the communities in Dorset.” 

Mr Dooley lives in Broadmayne, near Dorchester, with his wife, Barbara.  They have three adult children and seven grandchildren.