The Court of Aldermen for the City of London Council convened for a special meeting to formalise the grant of Livery to the Worshipful Company of Entrepreneurs. The meeting was scheduled to include a formal presentation of Letters Patent to the Company.

Presentation of Letters Patent to the Worshipful Company of Entrepreneurs

The main item on the agenda was the presentation of Letters Patent confirming the Grant of Livery to the Worshipful Company of Entrepreneurs. The agenda frontsheet noted that this presentation was in accordance with the order of the Court made on 4 February 2025.

The reports pack outlined the arrangements for the presentation ceremony, including:

• Aldermen were asked to assemble in the Long Parlour, wearing Old Bailey Breeches (OBB) [Aldermen's Court Dress], or lounge suits if attendance was limited to the meeting.
• A procession of Aldermen and Officers into the Old Ballroom.
• The Town Clerk announcing the occasion and reading the Order of the Court.
• The Chamberlain of London reading the Letters Patent.
• The Lord Mayor addressing the Master and Wardens of the Company and presenting the Letters Patent.
• The Master replying on behalf of the Company.
• The Lord Mayor escorting the Master from the Old Ballroom, followed by the Wardens and the Clerk.

The City of London Corporation grants Livery to select organisations to recognise, promote and foster their trade, craft or profession¹.