Civic tribute paid to recipients of Queen’s Honours and Awards

By The Newsroom
Published 11th Jun 2022, 08:29 BST
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Tribute was paid to Honours recipients at a meeting of Mid and East Antrim Borough Council, writes Michelle Weir, Local Democracy Reporter

Outgoing Mayor Councillor William McCaughey praised individuals who were honoured in Her Majesty The Queen’s Jubilee Birthday Honours List.

“I am delighted to see so many people from across the borough being awarded by Her Majesty the Queen. All will receive a letter from the mayor’s office.”

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Carrickfergus Castle Alderman Billy Ashe MBE highlighted the “sterling work” of three charities in the borough which have received The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. These are Carrickfergus Connect, Hope House in Islandmagee and The Cithrah Foundation, in Carrickfergus. They are among 13 in NI to receive The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service which is the highest award presented to local volunteer groups, for roles including mental health, youth, community, arts and heritage. The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service recognises that volunteers continue to provide a vital social function and improve access to services across the United Kingdom.