Provincial Grand Lodge of Cornwall

The Role

In the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) system, the Provincial Grand Registrar is a significant Officer within a Provincial Grand Lodge. While the specific duties can vary slightly between different Provinces, they generally relate to the legal and constitutional matters of the Province.

Responsibilities

In the Province of Cornwall, the responsibilities of the Provincial Grand Registrar typically include:

• To assist the Provincial Grand Master and the with the execution of his duties.

• Assisting the Provincial Grand Master: As a senior officer, the Provincial Grand Registrar works closely with the Provincial Grand Master and other Provincial leaders to ensure the smooth and lawful operation of the Province.

• To be an active member of the Full Provincial Executive Committee and to assist all Full Exec members with constitutional and legal matters.

• Constitutional and Legal Matters: The Provincial Grand Registrar is the chief legal officer for the Provincial Grand Lodge of Cornwall. They are responsible for advising on issues related to the Book of Constitutions, which essentially is the rulebook of UGLE, and other Provincial By-Laws. This can involve interpreting rules, ensuring compliance, and addressing any constitutional questions that arise.

• To assist the Deputy Provincial Grand Master in all or any disciplinary matters. Any disciplinary matter should be brought to the attention of the Provincial Grand Registrar, who will determine if it should be considered and investigated as such. Matters to be investigated are clearly outlined in the United Grand Lodge of England (UGLE) Book of Constitutions and the UGLE ‘Guidance to the Masonic Disciplinary System, September 2024’.

It's important to note that the role of the Provincial Grand Registrar is distinct from the Provincial Grand Secretary, who is primarily responsible for the day-to-day administrative and clerical operations of the Province.

The Provincial Grand Registrar's role is more specialised, focusing on the legal and constitutional framework of the Provincial Grand Lodge.