The focus of this list is ‘those who have initiated substantial change where it was needed, and developed innovative solutions that have had an immeasurable impact on the lives of thousands of people across the country’. Many are active community champions, innovative social entrepreneurs, pioneering scientists, passionate health workers and dedicated volunteers who have gone the extra mile. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to NorthernIrelandWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
Recipients from Northern Ireland make up 8.3% of the total number of recipients receiving honours this year. Order of the British Empire Commanders of the Order of the British Empire (CBE): Mr Robert Ernest Bailie OBE – for services to the economy and to opera in Northern Ireland.
Mr Norman Cecil Fulton, Deputy Secretary, Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Northern Ireland Civil Service – for services to agriculture in Northern Ireland. Ms Bronagh Anne Hinds, co-founder, Northern Ireland Women’s Coalition – for services to peace and promoting women’s rights. Officers of the Order of the British Empire (OBE): Advertisement Advertisement Mr David Cunningham Officer, National Crime Agency – for services to law enforcement.
Mr Ronald Joseph Dawson – for services to fundraising and to charity in Northern Ireland and abroad. Professor Donna Fitzsimons Head, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Queen�.