Recognising People who go the Extra Mile in our County – Investiture of British Empire Medals.

I had the pleasure of once again attending the ‘Surrey Investiture of British Empire Medals’ this week. There were five recipients from across the County who were presented with their medals by the Lord-Lieutenant of Surrey, Michael More-Molyneux on behalf of HM The King. Ms Angela Cogbill BEM, for services to Children with special education needs and adults with disabilities,  Mr Bryan Kenneth Cross BEM, for services in the Community in Surrey, Mrs Jayne Audrey Lightfoot BEM, a teaching assistant, for services in Education, Ms Meredith McCammond BEM, a chartered Tax adviser for services to vulnerable groups, and Mr Jonathan Richards BEM, an emergency response volunteer for the British Red Cross. 

Listening to the citations which were read by the Vice Lord Lieutenant – Mary Cresswell, I was inspired by the stories of each recipient, and it is heartwarming to see them going the extra mile for people in their county. Following the ceremony and official photographs I had the chance to chat to them and their families over tea and cakes in the stunning setting of Loseley House. 

Photos by Andy Newbold.