As we start the new year, it is fantastic to see members of our community recognised in His Majesty The King’s New Year Honours List 2025, highlighting the wide range of talent and dedication we have in South West Hertfordshire.

• Simon James MacQueen MBE – For services to sport, Rickmansworth.

• Keely Siddiqui Charlick MBE – For services to adult social care, Abbots Langley.

• James Frank Bryan BEM – For voluntary service to young people, Kings Langley.

Congratulations to all, and thank you for your incredible contributions to our community.

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