Guernsey's Chief Minister amongst five islanders named in New Year Honours list

Five Channel Islanders have been named in the New Year Honours List, including Guernsey's Chief Minister.

The New Year Honours List recognises the work of individuals by His Majesty the King.

The Lieutenant-Governors from both Bailiwicks revealed the recipients for their respective islands - three from Jersey and two from Guernsey.

Guernsey's Lieutenant-Governor commented: "These [Guernsey] awards remind us that public service comes in many different forms.

"Each has shown remarkable dedication and commitment, with many achievements over the years, and for that, we are all extremely grateful."

The five Channel Islanders listed are as follows:

Chief Minister Lyndon Trott

Deputy Lyndon Trott has been made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to Guernsey.

Deputy Trott was first elected in 2000 as the youngest member of the States, becoming one of the island's longest-serving politicians and serving as Chief Minister twice.

It's been 22 years since a member of the States has been awarded this accolade, previously going to Roger Berry OBE.

Deputy Trott told ITV News: "I can't believe how fortunate I am - it's a great personal privilege.

"But there is no question that it has been a team effort. I have worked with some excellent civil servants and superb political colleagues [...] and I certainly couldn't have done it without my family because they have been excellent with their support.

Mr Michael Chapple

Michael Chapple is awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to youth sailing in Guernsey.

As Rear Commodore for the junior section of the Guernsey Yacht Club (GYC), Michael has volunteered for more than 30 years as a dinghy racing youth coach, teaching children from age five and up the joys of sailing.

Michael is now retired but still helps fund off-island coaching trips and with administration - accompanying three young Guernsey sailors to the British Open Championships in August this year.

Michael told ITV News he was "flabbergasted" with the award, adding: "It came as a complete shock and once that shock's over, you feel humbled and very very privileged.

"We just really want to grow [GYC's junior section] into a much bigger thing [...] it's a great sport for developing children."

Jersey recipients:

Mrs Jeannine Carey

Mrs Jeannine Carey will receive a BEM for her services to the disability community in Jersey.

Jeannine started working with the Jersey Sports Association for the Disabled in 1992, which provides support and encouragement to local residents with a disability who wish to take part in sports.

Jeannine says she was "dumbstruck" by the award, explaining: "It's totally humbling for someone to have actually put my name forward for the work I do.

"I do it purely for pleasure and the enjoyment that I get from it, but at the same time, it's work that you can't do without friends, family, colleagues, and work supporting you.

"When we started, there was nothing available for anybody. We were providing different sports on a weekly basis. As things have gone on, then clubs have had their diversity and inclusion policies introduced and we've obviously introduced people with disabilities to different clubs and proved that they can compete and take part.

"There's always work to be done. I think people don't realise how much people with disabilities can do and in the same way, I don't think that people with disabilities how much they can do themselves."

Mr Steven Cartwright

Steven Cartwright will become a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to the community as Chief Officer of the Bailiff's Chambers.

Steven has served as Chief Officer for seven years, helping to run the Court Service.

Posting on his social media about his role, Steven explains: "I have made some incredible friendships and worked with some utterly devoted public servants.

"Without this team and wider network, none of this work mentioned would have been possible and I am grateful for all of the support I have received over these years."

Mrs Ruth Smith

Ruth Smith will be awarded an MBE for services to communities in Jersey and Kenya.

Ruth's work began when she took a six-month teaching placement in Malindi, Kenya, in 2014.

After noticing the overcrowding in government primary schools in the country, she set up the Malindi Bright Future Academy in the area.

The school now has around 300 pupils and 18 staff.

Since then, Ruth has worked tirelessly to keep the school funded, raising more than £2,100 at a Vintage Tea Party at St Ouen's Parish Hall in July this year.

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