Honorary Freedoms

In 1913 Professor Thomas Okey was admitted an Honorary Freeman in recognition of his outstanding services to the Company. For many years he practised as a journeyman basketmaker and was also an examiner in basketwork for the Department of Technology at the City and Guilds of London Institute. HM Queen Mary was admitted to the Honorary Freedom in 1937, as was HRH Princess Mary the Princess Royal in 1954. 

Honorary Liverymen

In 1991 HRH The Duchess of Gloucester became the first member of the Royal Family to be admitted to the Freedom and Livery of the Company. Mrs. Mary Butcher, the Trade Advisor, was admitted an Honorary Liveryman in 1994.

PPW Peter Costain pictured with HRH The Duchess of Gloucester GCVO DStJ
at the 1999 Mansion House annual banquet.

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