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  • Communities Minister congratulates New Year Honours recipients for arts, sports and voluntary achievements

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    • Arts and culture

    Date published: 31 December 2024

    Communities Minister Gordon Lyons has congratulated those from the arts, sport, housing and voluntary and community sectors who have been recognised in the New Year Honours list.

    Minister Lyons sitting behind a desk

    Minister Lyons recognised the service and dedication of a wide range of recipients and paid tribute to their achievements. The Minister said:

    “I would like to extend my congratulations to the exceptional individuals who have been recognised in this New Year Honours list. The list celebrates those who have shown remarkable dedication and achieved significant accomplishments in their chosen field. 

    “From our Olympic and Paralympic sporting heroes and talented local arts contributors to our voluntary and community workers who give their time so freely to make such a positive impact, I would like to say thank you and well done.

    “There is a diverse range of recipients on the list, each making a meaningful impact to the people they work with and inspire. All your outstanding achievements are testament to the power of hard work and service in your chosen field and I appreciate the valuable role you play in our communities.”

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