The Lord Lieutenant, Mrs Alison Millar, gives her heart felt congratulations to all the recipients and thanks them for their contribution to the people of the County. “They are all remarkable for the services that they have been providing to their community and country in their different ways.”
Officers of the Order of the British Empire.
John Paul Harkin OBE of Aghadowey. Chief Executive Alchemy Technology Services and insurance software and consultancy firm who had worked globally until his return home 8 years ago. He is a graduate at North West Regional College and founder of Alchemy. Alchemy employs over 350 people globally.
Members of the British Empire
Ian W J Glendinning MBE of Magherafelt. A true countryman involved in preservation of traditional countryside activities and in particular Conservation of Irish Grouse and its habitat. He is also involved in educating, especially young people, about the importance of the rural environment and preservation of our more endangered wildlife.
William Robert Lyon Moore MBE DL of County Londonderry. Robert has received his MBE for services to the agriculture sector in Northern Ireland. He is a wonderful agriculture journalist and a turn to spokesman for local media. He is a fine communicator as well as a hugely hardworking farmer.
British Empire Medal
Audrey Moore BEM of Limavady. She has been involved with Rossmar School for very many years as a fundraiser through Friends of Rossmar of which she is now the Chairwoman. She is also involved in many other voluntary activities within the Limavady District. A turn to volunteer.
Jennifer E Smyth BEM of Eglinton. Now in her late twenties, Jenny, who suffered an immensely serious paralysing injury as a gymnast when in her teens, went to university and on graduating founded Jenn’s Gym, an accessible gym for able and disabled. It is a registered charity. Jenny’s work in the community is inspirational.
