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Women outdo men on New Year Honours list for first time

More women than men have been named in the New Year Honours list for the first time ever - accounting for 51% of the recipients. They include actress Penelope Keith, singer Katherine Jenkins and Gavin and Stacey co-creator Ruth Jones.

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More women than men honoured in New Year list

More women than men have been named in the New Year Honours list for the first time ever.

In total, 610 women have been awarded honours - accounting for 51% of recipients.

Here are some more facts and figures from this year's list:

  • 16 women have been named Dames
  • 1,195 people have received an award
  • 74% are people have undertaken outstanding work in their communities
  • 5% of the recipients come from ethnic minorities

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