Upper Sixth student appointed the Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadet for Merseyside

2 May 2025

Congratulations to Cadet Warrant Officer Ben Kirby (U6) who has recently been appointed as the Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadet for Merseyside.

In this prestigious role, Ben will be primarily undertaking the duty as an Aide-de-Camp. He will accompany the Lord-Lieutenant, Mark Blundell, the King’s representative in Merseyside, to various ceremonies, including Royal Visits, Military and Civil events and Cathedral Services.

This appointment is a testament to Ben’s outstanding dedication and commitment during his time in the CCF at St. Mary’s College. Ben is also St. Mary’s College Head Boy and Charmain of the Student Council. He is a valued member and role model at the college.

Ben was also awarded as the Best CCF (RAF) Cadet in Merseyside in this year’s Merseyside Best Cadet Awards. He also received the title and award of Cadet Warrant Officer in September 2024, the highest rank within the Royal Air Force CCF cadet structure.

Ben is a true leader and an inspiration to our younger pupils, and he is the first member of the St. Mary’s CCF to be appointed as Lord-Lieutenant’s Cadet and also the first St. Mary’s pupil to be awarded Best CCF (RAF) Cadet in Merseyside.

To learn more about Ben’s achievements you can read a recent interview with Ben in our school blog.