It has today been announced that the following Cumbrian residents have received a UK honour in HM The King’s New Year honours list. The Honours system gives national recognition to people who have given exceptional service in public and community life and are committed to making a difference to those around them.
Members of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)
The Very Revd Mark Christopher Boyling for services to Carlisle Cathedral and to the community in Cumbria.
Dr Amanda Jean Carson for services to farming and to the protection of rare breeds.
Mr Roger Philip Glossop for services to theatre and the performing arts.
Mr Paul Hornby for services to philanthropy and to the communities of Barrow in Furness and South Cumbria.
Mr John Lee Nixon for services to Association Football.
Medallist of the Order of the British Empire (BEM)
Dr Christopher Jeremy Ayling for services to the community in Ennerdale, Cumbria.
Mr David Davidson for services to the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority and to the Education Sector in Cumbria.
Mr Charles Thomas Devlin for services to the community in Ireby, Cumbia.
Mr Stuart McCourt. Commanding Officer, Whitehaven Unit, Sea Cadets. For voluntary service to young people and to the environment.
Mr Allan Craig Muirhead for services to the community in Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria.
Mr Christopher John Young for services to Positive Safety Culture and to Male Mental Health.
Anyone can nominate someone for a UK Honour through the 'open access' system and awards are given to people from all walks of life.
The final decision as to who receives an honour is first decided by an Honours Committee and their recommendations go to the Prime Minister and finally to HM The King for approval. The process can take up to 18 months with recipients of honours announced in HM The King’s New Year’s Honours List and Birthday Honours List.
Nomination forms and advice on how to complete them are available through the Cumbria Lieutenancy website.
HM Lord-Lieutenant of Cumbria, Mr. Alexander Scott congratulates all the award winners:
"It’s a moment of great pride for our county to see so many Cumbrian residents recognised for their remarkable contributions to our communities. Being awarded an Honour is a truly significant achievement, and I want to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the recipients.
"I encourage everyone to think about individuals who consistently go above and beyond for others - whether through exceptional service to their community or outstanding dedication in their work. By nominating someone, you can help ensure their extraordinary efforts have the opportunity to be celebrated and acknowledged."
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said: “Each and every day, ordinary people go out and do extraordinary things for their communities.”
“They represent the very best of the UK and that core value of service which I put at the centre of everything this government does.”
“The New Year Honours List celebrates more of these unsung heroes, and I thank them for their incredible contribution.”
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