Anna Turner, the Lord-Lieutenant of Shropshire, has presented five people with their British Empire Medals, which were awarded in the New Year Honours 2024.
The British Empire Medal (BEM) is awarded for a ‘hands-on’ service to the local community. This includes a long-term charitable or voluntary activity, or innovative work that has made a significant difference.
Those receiving the medal were:
Olive Arnold BEM – For services to the community in Bronington, Shropshire.
Paul Rushworth BEM – Founder, Professionals with Alzheimer’s. For services to charity.
Richard Charles Fowler BEM – Library Lead, Harbury Community Library, Warwickshire. For services to libraries.
Mabel Elsie Finnigan BEM – County Captain, Shropshire Ladies Bowls Team. For services to bowls.
Kathleen Louisa Kynaston BEM – Lately Chair, Shrewsbury Amateur Swimming Club. For services to swimming and to the community in Shropshire.
Anna Turner said: “Each year it fills me with pride for our county to hear the citations read out that tells the stories of kindness that these BEM award winners have been honoured for.”
The recipients and their guests enjoyed the ceremony and reception, which was hosted at the Shropshire Council-run Shrewsbury Museum and Art Gallery.
