People recognised by the King for their dedication and service to their communities were honoured at an event in Cumbria.
The investiture ceremony was held at Muncaster Castle, led by the Lord Lieutenant of Cumbria, Alexander Scott, to celebrate four British Empire Medals and the first-ever presentation of the Elizabeth Emblem in the county.
The Elizabeth Emblem honours those who have died in public service and is presented to their next of kin.
Helena Francesca Mitchelhill received the emblem in recognition of her father, John Liptrot, a member of the Lancashire Fire Brigade who died while on duty in 1968.
The 47-year-old was attempting to rescue three children from a mineshaft.
Four people were honoured with the British Empire Medal for their outstanding contributions to their communities and professions.
They were:
- Margaret Hartley – For services to the community in West Cumbria
- Kevin Walsh – For services to the community in Carlisle
- Marjorie Nicholson – For services to the arts and to the community in Barrow-in-Furness
- Nigel Robert Lister – For services to the nuclear industry and to mountain rescue
Mr Scott was joined by Deputy Lieutenants Marcia Reid Fotheringham and Iona Frost‑Pennington, hosted the Investiture at Muncaster Castle and took part in the formal proceedings, including the citation readings.
Also supporting the event were two of the Lord Lieutenant’s Cadets, Cadet Flight Sergeant Bonnefin and Cadet Sergeant Major Dodd.
