Three people from Bolton have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours list.

More than 1,000 recipients have been awarded for their outstanding contributions across all sectors and parts of the UK, including with a renewed focus on those who have had a profoundly positive impact on how society faces up to the most challenging issues of the modern era. 

Individuals have been recognised for being inspiring entrepreneurs, innovators and philanthropists.

Other significant contributions relate to the provision of high-quality healthcare and education, as well as individuals whose actions have helped tackle crime or supported families to contribute to society, including helping children achieve their potential. 

In Bolton, there are three people who are set to receive an award.

  • Suzanne Lisa Griffin, deputy director of DWP Digital at the Department for Work and Pensions, will be awarded an OBE for Public Service.
  • Vanita Brookes, a fellow at the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of England will be awarded an MBE for services to the Oral Health of People with Disabilities.
  • Nicola Jayne Smith, a governor at HM Prison Risley, will be awarded an OBE for services to HM Prison and Probation Service.

Deputy Prime Minister Oliver Dowden MP said: “This year’s honours list is a testament to ordinary people who have demonstrated extraordinary community spirit, and I pay tribute to all those who have been recognised today.

“Our honours system has long been a way of recognising people who make an incredible contribution to life in Britain and beyond.

“We are now focussed on levelling up the system to ensure it represents the length and breadth of the country, and I hope that the fantastic stories this year ensure more regional nominations in the future.”

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