THE King has a new representative in Dorset.

Michael Dooley LVO MMs FRCOG has been appointed to the position of Lord Lieutenant for the county, following the retirement of Angus Campbell CVO, who recently stood down after 10 years in the role.

Mr Dooley took up the position on September 5, taking on the responsibility of representing His Majesty The King in Dorset.

“As HM Lord-Lieutenant, Mr Dooley will be working closely with businesses, charitable organisations, and communities to promote civic, cultural, and social initiatives across the county,” an Office of the Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset spokesperson said.

“He has extensive experience of working with numerous charitable sectors and a wide knowledge of the county from his role as High Sheriff in Dorset.”

Mr Dooley takes up the position amid a long and distinguished medical career.

He is Consultant Gynaecologist to the Royal Household, and practices in London and Dorset.

He was lead Gynaecologist at the London Olympics, and Team Doctor for the British Equestrian Federation for eight years.

He is also a visiting Professor to Bournemouth University.

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Since serving as High Sheriff four years ago, he has developed and led an initiative Creating Health and Harmony in Dorset.

The project’s next stage will focus on the county’s prison population (he is a trustee of Key4Life, which aims to reduce youth reoffending).

He has raised considerable sums for charities and other good causes, including the Dorset County Hospital, a local hospice, and the Royal Osteoporosis Society.

Angus Campbell has retired from his role as Lord Lieutenant of Dorset. Picture: Dorset Council

“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,” he said.

“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.