Who in the North East has been recognised in the New Year's Honours list
The awards have been given to those across the region who have made significant contributions to their local communities and the country as a whole.
The awards have been given to those across the region who have made significant contributions to their local communities and the country as a whole.
Michelle Southern from Blyth in Northumberland will receive an OBE in the New Year's Honours list for her work for charity Street Paws.
Durham detective constable Natalie Horner has been recognised with the King's Police Medal in the New Year's Honours list.