The Baron and Baroness are the representation of the Barony. If they
are openly welcoming, then others will follow. I was particularly
honored, at one event I attended as the provost of Southebanke, when
the current baroness requested I introduce her to all of the new
people I had brought with me to the event.  Our current Baron and
Baronness have been exemplary in their attitudes and example set in
the welcoming of new people, and also in recognition of the role and
character of the buroughs.  They have set a high standard in making
everyone feel welcome, and embracing newcomers, whether they enter
through the buroughs, move from another kingdom, are brought by
friends, or find us at a demo. The first Mayday they verbally
recognised the graduating seniors who were moving on, moved me to
tears.
