Press release: Welsh Secretary congratulates Welsh recipients of New Year’s Honours for 2019

New Years’ Honours list published




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News story: Scots Prominent in New Year Honours

Secretary of State for Scotland David Mundell

Secretary of State for Scotland David Mundell

From sportspeople to academics to community champions, more than 100 Scots appear on her Majesty’s 2019 New Year Honours list.

Welcoming the Honours, Scottish Secretary David Mundell said:

I’m delighted and very proud that so many Scots who have made an immense contribution in such a diverse range of fields have been honoured.

They have made an outstanding contribution in a wide range of areas, from charity to business and sport to science. They help our communities thrive and inspire future generations.

For his important research in life sciences at the University of Dundee, Mike Ferguson adds ‘Sir’ to his title Professor.

Ann Gloag, a tireless philanthropist and hugely successful businesswoman, is an inspiration.

The incomparably brilliant Nicola Benedetti is recognised for her services to music, while Doddie Weir, Kate Caithness and Louise Martin are honoured for their tremendous contribution to Scottish sport.

I am pleased so many Scots are recognised for their tireless work in their communities – from Desley Stickle in Shetland, to David Turnbull and Allan Beveridge in Peebles, and many more in-between. ‎ I offer my heartfelt congratulations to all those who have been honoured this year.

The full honours list can be found here: http://www.gov.uk/honours/honours-lists.

Published 28 December 2018




News story: New Year’s Honours List 2019

MBE Lynette Adjei Lately Marketing and Promotions Officer, Birmingham City Council. For services to Adoption and Fostering Recruitment. MBE Frances Bell Teacher, Newport Primary School. For services to the Arts in Devon. MBE Elizabeth Booth Lately Headteacher, Dalmain Primary School. For services to Education and the Arts in the London Borough of Lewisham. MBE Christopher Bridge Chairman, Corporation Board, Colchester Institute. For services to Further Education and Skills. MBE James Cliffe Manager, No Wrong Door, Stepney Road Children’s Centre, North Yorkshire County Council. For services to Children and Young People. MBE Joan Duncan Foster Carer, Lambeth Council. For services to Fostering. MBE Valerie Dunsford Lately Headteacher, Sheffield High School for Girls. For services to Education. MBE Peter Edgar Executive Member for Education, Hampshire County Council. For services to Education and the community in Gosport. MBE David Hughes Chair, The East Midlands Apprenticeship Ambassador Network. For services to Education. MBE Paul Irons Chair of Governors, Fernwood School, Nottingham. For services to Education. MBE Karen Kaufman Head of External Affairs, Busy Bees Childcare. For services to Children and Families. MBE Elaine Koerner Foster Carer, Somerset County Council. For services to Fostering. MBE Valsa Koshy Emeritus Professor, Brunel University London. For services to Education. MBE Carol Lyndon Childline Counsellor, NSPCC. For services to Vulnerable Children. MBE Angela Middleton Founder and Chief Executive Officer, MiddletonMurray Group. For services to Apprenticeship Training, Youth Employment and Business. MBE Vivienne Morgan Founder and Proprietor, Northleigh House School. For services to Education. MBE Claire Paul Director, Leadership Development and New Talent, BBC. For services to Apprenticeships and Education. MBE Elizabeth Perry Organiser, The Innovation Project, Twynham School. For services to Children in Christchurch, Dorset. MBE Rachel Pilling Head of Safeguarding, The Manchester College. For services to Further Education and Safeguarding. MBE Judith Poole Head of Student Support and Wellbeing, Blackpool and The Fylde College. For services to Education. MBE Louise Purser ASYE Practice Assessor, Central Bedfordshire Council and Volunteer, British Association of Social Workers and Learn to Care. For services to Children’s Social Care. MBE Derek Randall Chair of Governors, Bridgwater and Taunton College. For services to Further Education. MBE Victoria Rodney Community Champion, Mercy Foundation Centre. For voluntary service to the community in Battersea. MBE Gail Rothnie Head of Outreach, University of Birmingham. For services to Widening Participation in Higher Education. MBE Lucinda Rumsey Senior Tutor, Mansfield College, University of Oxford. For services to Widening Participation in Higher Education. MBE Douglas Seymour Chair of Governors, Frank Wise School Banbury. For services to Education and the community in Oxfordshire and North Devon. MBE Jacqueline Stevenson Sociologist and Head of Research, Sheffield Institute of Education, Sheffield Hallam University. For services to Education. MBE Michael Terrell Foster Carer, Plymouth City Council. For services to Fostering. MBE Mandy Terrell Foster Carer, Plymouth City Council. For services to Fostering. MBE Ann Turner Lately Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Myerscough College. For services to Land Based Education and Training. MBE Aileen Vassie Governor, Chelsfield Primary School. For services to Education. MBE Jashu Vekaria Deputy Headteacher, Uxendon Manor Primary School. For services to Primary Education. MBE Louise Walker Head of Social Work and Professional Standards, Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council. For services to Adult and Children’s Social Care. MBE Helen Wood Foster Carer, Derbyshire City Council. For services to Fostering. MBE Colin Wood Foster Carer, Derbyshire City Council. For services to Fostering. MBE Andria Zafirakou Associate Deputy Head, Alperton Community School. For services to Education and Young People in Brent.



Press release: Welsh Secretary congratulates Welsh recipients of New Year’s Honours for 2019

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Secretary of State for Wales Alun Cairns said:

These honours recognise and celebrate the hard-work and achievements of the incredible people who go above and beyond to put others before themselves.

From household names to those silently serving their communities such as Reynette Roberts and Leon Gardiner, I am proud to see people from all walks of Welsh life being recognised for their commitment to their cause.

I am truly grateful for their dedication to their communities and thank them all for their tireless work to improve the lives of others as well as their extraordinary ability to inspire people all over the country. Congratulations to you all.

Published 28 December 2018