Installation Court 2025

May 24, 2025

Master Reuben Braden-Bell

On 21st May, the Guild of Young Freemen held its Installation Court in Guildhall to appoint our new Master and Wardens for the year ahead.

Reuben Braden-Bell was installed as Master, with Grace Abba becoming Immediate Past Master. Rafael Steinmetz Leffa was installed as Upper Warden, joined by Dr Fraser Peck CC as Middle Warden and Jacqueline Chan as Renter Warden.

Upper Warden Rafael Steintmetz Leffa
Middle Warden Fraser Peck CC
Renter Warden Jacqueline Chan

The Court also elected Mr George Godfrey as our new Clerk and appointed Mr Maceo Frederick, our former Deputy Clerk, as Treasurer.

Learned Clerk George Godfrey
Treasurer Maceo Frederick

In recognition of his impeccable knowledge and the great work that he’s done as Clerk, the Court has awarded Stephen Hodgson CC the title of Honorary Clerk. His continued support will be instrumental as we look ahead to the Guild’s 50th Anniversary in 2026.

A heartfelt thank you to all who have served and all who continue to serve the Guild and its members.

Honorary Clerk Stephen Hodgson

 

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