Charity volunteers recognised in King's Birthday Honours

There have been two King's Birthday Honours on the Rock recognising charity work.

Childline's Annie Green has been awarded an MBE  for services to Vulnerable Children in Gibraltar.
Mark Cooper, the man behind the Med Steps 5 Challenge in aid of Cancer Relief has been made a Member of the British Empire.  The BEM is for services to charity fundraising in Gibraltar.

The Governor Lieutenant General Sir Ben Bathurst said:

“His Majesty The King’s Birthday Honours List recognises those who have given exceptional service to the United Kingdom abroad and internationally. Very many congratulations are due to Annie Green for her tireless work with Childline and to Mark Cooper for his extraordinary fundraising efforts for Cancer Relief. Gibraltar can be very proud that these two selfless individuals have been recognised at the highest level by His Majesty The King”.

Chief Minister Fabian Picardo said:

“I am delighted to see that recognition has been given to these two very worthy recipients.

Annie Green has dedicated many years to the care and welfare of our most vulnerable children, often spending sleepless nights to ensure that these youngest members of our community are treated with the respect and dignity that they deserve.

Mark Cooper’s determination in ensuring that funds are raised for Cancer relief Gibraltar have rightly been recognised. He continues to work tirelessly all year round to ensure the annual Med Steps 5 Challenge get bigger and better, therefore raising more and more each year. Heartfelt congratulations to both recipients.”

Nominations for His Majesty’s Honours and Awards can be made from any section of the community, who have made an exceptional contribution or given exceptional service in the progression of either the well-being, achievement or reputation of Gibraltar. Nominations can be submitted twice a year by the end of March and the end of September.

Former Deputy Governor, Sir Philip Barton has become a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George- an honour given for important or loyal service in Foreign Affairs.