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Lord Acton (call me `Johnny') has busy week ahead of him By TED BROWN Staff Writer He might legally be called John Charles Harold Ferdinand Lyon-Dalberg-Acton, 5th Baron Acton-- but he's just as happy to be called Johnny, or at most, Johnny Acton. And as the 5th Baron Acton, he is in town for the next week to take part in numerous official events, including opening the Acton Fall Fair, as well as being one of the judges for the annual Miss Acton competition. He and his wife, Lady Lucinda, who is much more comfortable being addressed by her nickname `Percy,' are delighted to take part in the festivities this weekend. "I was contacted by (resident) Tracey Tyler to come and officially open the fall fair, and I leapt at the chance-- it's both fun and interesting," said Acton. "She found me on the Internet, and learned I was an author, as well as Lord Acton, so she invited us, and here we are." An author he is-- to date Acton has published 14 books, the most recent going to print this week. "I write non-fiction-- some about popular history, some about sports, some are about trivia and a great number of books about my favourite thing-- food." Acton often co-authors his books, sharing writing duties, as he likes to be able to bounce ideas off a colleague. "It gives me someone to talk to while I'm writing," he said. "Writing can be a lonely business so co-authoring makes it much more interesting." His latest book will be a guide to the Olympics coming to England next year. "We all know that most of the populous will be glued to their TVs for two and a half weeks, not really knowing what they are watching," said Acton. "This book will be something of a guide for them." As Lord Acton, he is a heredity peer, meaning he received his title from his father. The heredity lord is a life peer, passing his title to his son. Since 1999, the House of Lords has undergone changes, and the heredity peers are no longer active, with the exception of a percentage who are voted upon by the other House of Lords members. "I've still got a little bit of a chance, so I could be voted in," said Acton, "but I'm not sure it will happen." Acton became the 5th Baron Acton upon the death of his father in October 2010, and admits he always knew he'd inherit the honour one day, but not at such No more waiting in limbo! 7 Independent & Free Press, Thursday, September 15, 2011 Early Booking Guarantee Looking at taking a winter getaway but don't know if you should book now or wait? We have the scoop that will save you money! Book your vacation now with Air Canada Vacations, Sunquest, Transat Holidays and Westjet Vacations and if the price drops - We'll make sure you pay that price. But hurry, this offer won't last long. Call today for more details! Georgetown Offers expires September 30, 2011. 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