On Sunday 4th May 2025, the Lord-Lieutenant attended a memorial service celebrating the end of the second world war. The Service, held at Christ Church in Sandown was also attended by The Bishop of Portsmouth, the High Sheriff, Joe Robinson MP, Richard Quigley MP, the Chair , Vice Chair and Councillors of the Isle of Wight Council.
Guest of honour was one hundred year old Royal Navy Veteran Mr Alec Penstone.