26th Earl of Derby
The 26th Earl of Derby is a title in the peerage of the United Kingdom, held by the Stanley family. The current holder, Edward Stanley, succeeded to the title in 2021. The Earl's family has a long history in British politics and society, with previous earls playing significant roles in various historical events.
The title of Earl of Derby was first created in 1485 and has been associated with the region of Lancashire. The earldom has seen many notable figures, including the 14th Earl, who was a prominent politician and served as the Secretary of State for War.