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Nominate someone for Queen's Honours

Last Updated on Thursday, 08 April 2010 13:57 Written by markwu Thursday, 08 April 2010 13:42

Who do you want to nominate?
Do you know a ‘local hero’ who deserves to be acknowledged in the Queen’s Birthday Honours in June?

At a press conference this week the Cabinet Office said it welcomed more nominations from the British Chinese community.

Mr Van Cuong Truong (MBE) and Mr Woon Wing Yip (OBE) - both of whom were recognised in the 2010 New Year’s Queen’s Honours for their contributions to British society, attended to talk about receiving their honour at Buckingham Palace.

Mr Van Cuong Truong, 56, was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE), for his services to the Indo-Chinese community in South East, London.

Mr Woon Wing Yip, 72, was made Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to the oriental food industry.

Sir Gus O’Donnell, the Cabinet Secretary and head of the Home Civil Service,  said: “The honours system is an important way of recognising the outstanding contributions made by dedicated people from across the country, who have gone the extra mile to make a real difference to lives of people around them.

“If you know of anyone who you believe is worthy of an honour from Her Majesty the Queen I would strongly encourage you to nominate them in the future.”

Anyone can make a nomination and suggest a person, regardless of age or background, they feel has made a valuable contribution to their community and wider society.

To find out more or to find out how to make a nomination log onto www.direct.gov.uk/honours or ring 0207 276 2777.

Click the image below to watch a video interview with Mr Woon Wing Yip OBE below: