Two people from the Warwick district named on New Year Honours List for 2023

The New Year Honours List for 2023 has been announced - and there are two people from the Warwick district on the list.

They are:

- Professor Robert Alan Dover from Leamington, who is chairman of Advanced Propulsion Centre UK. He has been made a Companion of the Order of the Bath for services to the automotive industry

- Ian John Hares of Kenilworth, lately chief executive officer, at UK Asset Resolution. He has been made an OBE for services to the financial services sector.

Recipients in the New Year Honours List have been awarded for their outstanding contributions across all parts of the UK for their work on areas including sustained public service, youth engagement and community work.

Two BEMs were awarded to people in other parts of the county.

Joanne Amy Horne from Stratford-upon-Avon was awarded a BEM for services to the community in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Mr Douglas Shorter from Nuneaton was awarded a BEM for services to Young People in Warwickshire.

Cllr Izzi Seccombe, leader of Warwickshire County Council and, herself an OBE, said: “I would like to extend my congratulations to Warwickshire’s New Year’s Honours recipients, as it’s their continued hard work and dedication that helps to bring our communities together and set such a great example to us all. They are a true inspiration, and I am delighted that their efforts have been recognised.”

The Lord Lieutenant of Warwickshire, Tim Cox, said: “These extraordinary people gave up their time to make Warwickshire a better and kinder place. I am delighted to see them gain the recognition they deserve in this year’s New Year’s Honours list.

"There are still so many people who go unrecognised for their hard work. If you know any unsung heroes, why not consider nominating them so they get the recognition they deserve in the next round of honours.”

On a national level, key members of the England Lionesses football team are also honoured after their outstanding performance in the summer. Squad captain Leah Williamson receives an OBE, while star player Lucy Bronze, golden boot Beth Mead, and England women's top international goal scorer Ellen White are all awarded MBEs.

Details on how to nominate are available here: https://www.gov.uk/honours