Glasgow has been heavily represented in the New Year Honours list with volunteers, footballers and a professor all receiving either an MBE or BEM.
Professor Jacqueline Taylor has been awarded an MBE for her outstanding contribution in medical care and medical politics in the UK, all aimed towards improving the quality of patient care. She has also put inclusivity, diversity, workforce, wellbeing and engagement at the heart of her Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow Presidency.
Football stars Jen Beattie and Scotland captain Andy Robertson were recognised with an MBE for their contributions both on and off the pitch.
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Joyce Murray, a lollipop lady from Bishopbriggs, has received a BEM for serving the Boys Brigade for over 50 years and she continues to voluntarily help at the school despite turning 80 next year.
Glasgow Red Cross volunteer David Mackay was also awarded a BEM for for his hard work and dedication during the height of the Covid pandemic. David delivered food parcels, helped in Covid test centres and personally delivered prams, nappies and toiletries to pregnant mums struggling to access vital supplies during lockdown.
Scottish Secretary Alister Jack said: “This year’s New Year Honours list underlines the outstanding contributions made by Scots to the life of the nation, from public service, through entertaining us and contributing to our cultural heritage, to assisting in Scotland’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic and supporting business growth.
“It’s great to see recognition of our men’s football captain Andy Robertson, not just for his efforts on the pitch but for his work with young people.
“The UK’s Scottish Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Christine Middlemiss has been deservedly honoured for her work on behalf of the veterinary and farming industries, as has Dr Julie Maxton, the first female executive director of the Royal Society in its history of over 350 years.”
Anita Frew, the first female chairwoman in Rolls-Royce’s history and one of only 18 women leading boards among Britain’s biggest listed companies, also makes the list and is set to be given a damehood for services to business and the economy.
First Minister Nicola Sturgein said: “Those recognised in The New Year’s Honours list have made exceptional contributions to communities across Scotland and beyond. These Honours are particularly poignant as they are the first to be awarded since the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, who reigned for over 70 years.
“The service and dedication of our successes, from the arts, education and sport to business, charity, community cohesion and science has helped to promote Scotland all over the world and benefited people throughout society."
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