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Susan Lousada | |
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| Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire | |
| Assumed office 7 September 2022 | |
| Monarchs | Elizabeth II Charles III |
| Preceded by | Helen Nellis |
| High Sheriff of Bedfordshire | |
| In office 2020–2021 | |
| Monarch | Elizabeth II |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Susan Jane Fensome |
| Spouse | Simon Lousada |
| Children | 2 |
| University of Leeds | |
Susan Jane Lousada (born October 1960) is a British businesswoman and philanthropist. She was appointed a Deputy Lieutenant of Bedfordshire in 2017 and served as High Sheriff of Bedfordshire during the COVID-19 lockdowns in 2020. Susan was appointed Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire on 7 September 2022[1].
Early Life, Education, and Career
Born in Bedfordshire, Susan attended Leeds University where she gained a BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry and Microbiology. She further achieved a PGCE in Translational Medicine from Cranfield University. Married to Simon for over 40 years, they have two children and two grandchildren.
Having begun her career in infertility research, Susan and Simon set up a Specialist Matting and Washroom Services Company in 1985, growing the business for several years until its sale in 2007. She has many years’ experience of running a business and continues to serve as a Director of a Property and Investment Company. She has previously Chaired a Research Ethics Committee in Oxford and sat as a Non-Legal Member in the First Tier Tax Tribunal.[2]
Charitable Work
Susan has been actively involved locally with a particular focus on the education of children and young people. She has previously been a School Governor, Chairman of Bedfordshire NSPCC, a member of the Senior Management Team of Schoolreaders Charity and served on the Bedfordshire Committee of the East Anglian Air Ambulance. She has also been a Trustee of the Moggerhanger House Preservation Trust, President of the Friends of Bedford Hospital and a Friend of the Higgins (Art Gallery) Bedford. Appointed a Commander of the Order of St John[3], Susan continues to serve as a member of the County Priory Group (St John Ambulance).
Shrievalty
Susan served as High Sheriff of Bedfordshire in 2020/2021[4] and, during the Covid lockdowns, spearheaded the provision of over 1,800 digital devices to under-privileged children in the county to help them continue their education online[5][6].
Lieutenancy
Susan was appointed His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire in September 2022[7][8], having previously served as a Deputy Lieutenant for five years[9]. She has arranged various Royal visits across Bedfordshire[10][11][12][13][14], presented Honours to residents[15][16], King's Awards for Enterprise[17] to local businesses, and King's Award for Voluntary Service to local volunteer groups[18]. As Lord-Lieutenant, she is also Keeper of the Rolls and Chair the Lord Chancellor's Advisory Committee for the appointment of Magistrates in the county[19]. Susan has committed her tenure to promoting social cohesion, fostering mutual respect and understanding, and championing the many individuals, businesses, voluntary organisations and community groups that contribute to Bedfordshire[20].
Honours, Patronages, and Appointments
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Commander (CStJ) of the Most Venerable Order of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem 10 October 2024
King Charles III Coronation Medal 6 May 2023
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Honorary Patron Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation (BLCF)[21]
Patron Airfield Volunteer Fire Service Shuttleworth[22]
Patron Friends for Life
Patron Country Days[23]
Patron Swaziland Schools Project
Patron Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (BRCC)[24]
Vice Patron Autism Bedfordshire
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President Bedfordshire Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association[25]
President Bedfordshire Committee of the Army Benevolent Fund
President Bedfordshire Association of Town and Parish Councils[26]
Regional Ambassador Campaign for Cambridge Children’s Hospital[27]
References
- ^ "Appointment of Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire: 10 June 2022". GOV.UK. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "His Majesty's Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire - Bedfordshire Lieutenancy". Bedfordshire Lieutenancy. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Order of St John". The Gazette. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "Privy Council Office APPOINTMENT OF SHERIFFS". The Gazette. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "Luton Learning Link aims to provide electronic devices for students to work at home during pandemic". Luton Today. 2020-06-04. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "The Mall donates laptops to support Luton children with home schooling". Luton Today. 2021-03-01. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "Lord Lieutenants". The Gazette. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ Hutchinson, Paul (2022-06-10). "The Queen appoints new Lord-Lieutenant for Bedfordshire". Bedford Independent. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "Deputy Lieutenant Commissions". The Gazette. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "In Pictures: King Charles visits Luton Town Hall". Luton Today. 2022-12-06. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "The Princess Royal officially opens Cranfield University's flying classroom". www.cranfield.ac.uk. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "The Duke of Gloucester visits the University of Bedfordshire's 'SIM Street' | University of Bedfordshire". www.beds.ac.uk. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "In pictures: Princess of Wales visits Luton nursery". Luton Today. 2023-01-18. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ Roffe, Erica (2024-04-24). "The Duchess of Edinburgh pays 'flying' visit to Bedford charity". Bedford Independent. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Bedfordshire Honours Celebration and Presentation Ceremony". Bedfordshire Lieutenancy. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Five new Bedfordshire Deputy Lieutenants". Bedfordshire Lieutenancy. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Bedfordshire winners of the King's Awards for Enterprise 2023 - Bedfordshire Lieutenancy". Bedfordshire Lieutenancy. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "King's Award for Voluntary Service Presentation - Bedfordshire Lieutenancy". Bedfordshire Lieutenancy. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Lord Lieutenant of Bedfordshire | Luton Borough Council". www.luton.gov.uk. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ Council, Central Bedfordshire. "HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire – Susan Lousada | Central Bedfordshire Council". www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "Our Patrons". BLCF. 2026-04-30. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "#charity #patron #teamavfs #hmlordlieutenantofbedfordshire | Airfield Volunteer Fire Service". LinkedIn. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Who we are - Country Days". Mysite. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Trustees and Patrons". Beds RCC. 2019-07-15. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ admin (2022-09-07). "New Lord-Lieutenant for Bedfordshire as Helen Nellis retires". East Anglia Reserve Forces and Cadets Association. Retrieved 2026-05-18.
- ^ "County Committee – BATPC – your local association". Retrieved 2026-06-02.
- ^ "Campaign Board". Cambridge Children's. Retrieved 2026-06-02.
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