Captain of the Yeomen of the Guard
The Captain of the King's Bodyguard of the Yeomen of the Guard is a UK Government post usually held by the Government Deputy Chief Whip in the House of Lords. The present Captain is The 9th Earl of Courtown, who was appointed to the position in the May ministry in July 2016.
| Captain of the King's Bodyguard of the Yeomen of the Guard & Deputy Chief Whip of the House of Lords | |
|---|---|
Incumbent The Earl of Courtown since 13 July 2016 | |
| Style | The Right Honourable |
| Appointer | Prime Minister |
| Formation | 1485 |
| First holder | John de Vere, 13th Earl of Oxford |
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