10 Perfect gifts for Mum this Mother’s Day

Words Bethany Boyo

This Mother’s Day - a day where we celebrate mothers, wives, stepmothers and grandmothers - treat mum to something special. Whilst an array of flowers would make her smile, dazzle her with a YSL brooch or bring the spa to her with a relaxing foot massager. 

Read on for WOTC’s edit of the 10 best Mother’s Day gifts.

DIOR Small Book Tote- £2,300

SWAROVSKI Angelic Bracelet, White, Gold-toned Plated- £125

JO MALONE Scent Surround Diffuser - Lavender & Musk, 165ml-£67

SENNHEISER Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Earphones- £276

VALENTINO Garavani Supervee Crossbody Bag- £1,820

SWAROVSKI Crystalline Glam Watch- £350

LA PERLA button-up silk pyjama set- £315

CHLOE Buckled Striped Cape- £1,890

SAINT LAURENT Monogram Crocodile-Effectt Brooch- £310

MIKO Shiatsu Foot Massager- £383.95 a Day.

Mother’s Day Brunch Looks From Home

Words Uyi Ilenbs

Mother’s Day is a time to reflect and celebrate the women in our lives that have
led and nurtured us, from our mentors to our favourite on-screen mothers and our very own mums that do it all. Being at home can feel a little conflicting when you want to experience the full bliss of Mother’s Day. This year we are not going to let a little distance stop us from celebrating and being celebrated, are we? It's family time and it should definitely go down with some style. To make your day even more special, how about bringing your favourite brunch spots to your very own dining table. Why should Tiffany’s tea sets and afternoon tea menu be a blast from the past? You deserve to treat yourselves to an at-home luxury brunch date with your loved ones. Gather the kids around the table, open your handcrafted cards and dine in style. There is no rule book for brunching at home. 

It's difficult to find the right balance of just enough dressy to comfort ratio. The mom jeans were designed to perfection, the right amount of structure to effortlessly dress up or down with the switch of a top and some heels. Perhaps you are more of a circle skirt kind of girl? This mid-length skirt was birthed in the 50’s post-war and pioneered by Christian Dior’s new look. Feature some pleats in soft silk or opt for a dramatic flair with tulle. Bring to life a fairy-tale dream-like feeling with all the flowy movement you can handle. With this season's 'pretty pinks and sunny yellows' as front runners for spring budding styles. A square neckline on any blouse is the ideal pair for your casually dressed mum, power dresser, or silver fox. Accessories are usually the candied cherry on top but with this chosen neckline, you have orchestrated a playing ground for a statement piece or delicate necklace. Mules are perfect for any outfit of your choice. When choosing your ideal heel height, consider mid-heel mules that give you the same dress-up feel wrapper in a comfortable package. The truth is, there are no rules to what you can wear on your brunch but going chic always covers all ground.

STYLE TIP 1:
Do not compromise your comfort, even though you are at home and a high heel or extra tight blouse may seem bearable for a few hours, wearing clothes that allow for effortless movement shouldn’t have to be negotiated.

STYLE TIP 2:

Accessories are the glue to hold an outfit together. Don’t leave them till the last minute. Sometimes it helps to choose them first and build an outfit around them. 

STYLE TIP 3: 
Jacquard is the unfailing print fabric that will elevate you to regal queen status. If you’re feeling for that statement piece that wow factor go jacquard, blazers, blouses, skirts and even footwear. 

STYLE TIP 4: 
Dive into the world of mules as the range is perfect for all occasions and perfect for a spring brunch date. 

Whether you're fortunate enough to have your family next to you or they are a zoom call away, this Mother’s Day you will definitely be wearing your best.

Motherhood: Behind bars

Words Faith Wilcox 

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Mother’s Day is quite strange for us in 2021. Usually, we would be booking private dinners, spa trips or special outings to appreciate the women in our lives that have taken on the role of a mother. Unfortunately, many of us must now make the best of private zoom calls and Instagram posts. More daunting to consider is that nurturing and shaping the life of a child is not a privilege every mother has.  As we sadly acknowledge almost a year in lockdown, I am reminded of a set group of people at this time: women in prison. In a former role, I was exposed to the extremities of UK prisons and found that nothing has really changed for the women behind bars.

Prison visits ceased on the 24th of March and have not resumed since the formalised changes documented in the Prison and Young Offender Institution (Coronavirus) (Amendment) (No.2) Rules. This has resulted in drastic changes to prisoners' lives, some describing the situations as ‘below humane standard’.  Many prisoners have been locked up with only half an hour out of their cells a day.

For mothers in prison, you may say that they are there because of their own mistakes. However, being locked up during the pandemic has ensured that there will be no family visits this year. Being an incarcerated mother is a tougher challenge to some, as they are not able to have access and participate in their motherly duties as normal.

So, this Mother’s Day, if you do have a loved one behind bars, you can still show your love and appreciation via e-mail or standard post. Although, there are some questionable acts and deeds committed by some, we must not forget these mothers are still human. Hopefully, as lockdown rules ease, life behind bars can go back to being regulated humanely.

Why Luxury Brands Should Collaborate More with ‘Small’ Designers 

Words Jennifer Engmann 

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Hip hop’s fashion tailor does it again, adding to his long list of the industry’s greatest rappers and musicians. Dapper Dan’s collaboration with Gucci continues to make waves as it did when it was first announced in 2017. Artists Saweetie and DojaCat sported custom pieces in their recent collaboration for their music video “Best Friend”, showing yet again the impact of designers like Dan who have continued to use their designs to support the culture. 

It all started in Harlem, New York 1982, where Dan set up shop in the middle of what would be the home to some of the most famous names today in black American culture. This allowed Dan to see first-hand the growth of hip hops influence across America and eventually the world. These same people such as, Run DMC, Slick Rick and LL Cool J, would be wearing none other than a custom-made Dapper Dan design.  

In the 80’s and 90’s the luxury logo-mania style, led Dan to teach himself how to print these same European luxury brand’s logos on his fabrics and leathers. The draw to his designs were that they embodied the character of the person wearing it, so whether it was a gangster or an athlete, there was something for everyone, especially at a time when these same luxury brands designs had not yet caught up to the ready-to-wear cycle that we see now as Louis Vuitton’s first full collection only released in 1988. Dan himself expressed the rejection he faced from such brands even to the point of being prohibited from buying their goods, so this only made him more motivated to create designs for people who looked like him.

Times soon changed as two decades later after one of his infamous designs, a balloon sleeved jacket with a mahogany fur centre made for Olympic track runner Diane Dixon back in 1989, had appeared on the runway of Gucci’s show in 2017, but remade Gucci style. Social media picked up on the blatant similarity to the Dapper Dan original, so rather than deny the comparison, Gucci took the step to not only pay homage to Dan but also offer up an opportunity to collaborate on a collection. 

However, must it be on the reliance of social media pundits to always call out these large companies every time they have made a blatant attempt to make money off of these same small designers’ creations. In a time where the whole world has been put under siege by the pandemic which has affected the luxury fashion houses and smaller designers alike, the opportunity to be more attentive to and to support new talent has come. As the fashion industry continues to realign itself during these uncertain times, the need to collaborate with the very people who have a closer connection to their community would not only help new talent rise up, but also create much needed opportunities to break down the walls that seemingly keep small designers on the outskirts of the industry with little to no recognition.

The World Called Your Mind

Words Hannah George

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Have you ever considered the implications that your thoughts have on your actions and your perception of life? Well here are a few factors that you should begin to think about, that will also enable you to rebuild your life and allow you to freely live your dreams.

Forgiveness

Forgiveness is so important because when you fail to forgive people you remain in an unconscious bondage to that person; forgiveness liberates you and allows you to move on and progress with your life. The question is, who have you not forgiven? Unforgiveness keeps you trapped in the past, if you really want to embrace the fullness of life, it's time to let go and to trust again.

Who have you not forgiven?

Opinions 

People's opinions of you cannot make you. You may or may not have realised but most people are advisors, most people like to tell you what you should do, when and how, but a lot of the time you are able to make those decisions by yourself or you can seek out your own mentorship. No one has the right to tell you who and what they want you to be - that's your choice. Be bold and make good decisions and be fearless of the outcome of your choices. The only opinion that can impact your life is yours.

Whose opinions are you living on?

Live your dream

It is common for many people to feel restricted or even to feel bad for being courageous and striving for their dreams, this can occur because of the fear of leaving others behind or because of the judgments of others. One thing that is important to understand is that people will adjust to your life decisions and meet you where you are. Do not settle for less or shrink to make other people comfortable around you. Be courageous enough to forget your past and to accept a new improved character that you consciously choose to have.

If your mind was a city, what would it be like, would you like to live there? If no, 2021 is the time to change it!

Being a Momager: How to Balance Work Life and Mum Life in a Pandemic

Words Hannah George

When Boris Johnson announced another national lockdown of six weeks, you may have thought, “oh no! What do I do now, how do I manage my business and my child's educational needs and their free time?” Let me begin by saying sometimes no help is the best help, because you really discover some hidden skills and talents as well as build more strength and resilience, because guess what? You can and will get through this. Here are a few tips to get you through the next few weeks.

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Forget the term lockdown

Six weeks is the average length of a child’s summer holidays and we all know that usually goes very quickly! Why dont you name each week? This week could be called ‘the week of creativity’ so you can do something that allows yourself and your child to be creative. This could be through acting as if you are a chef and your child gives you scores on your overall cooking skills, the presentation and the taste. This will help you to both look forward to something at the end of the day and it will be fun! Additionally, you need at least one thing in the day to bring you all together as you are probably both busy and may not get that quality time to do so.

Become a master problem solver and make it fun!

A lot of the time, we shy away from solving our own problems not because we can't but because we usually understand everyone else's voice but ours. We can know the steps to solve an issue, but we are too lazy or get distracted. Be more intentional to have a keen mind to solve problems and be more diligent to follow through with what you plan to do to find the solution. To make it fun, everyday keep a record of how many problems you manage to solve, no matter how big or small.

Do not compare yourself 

Move in your own lane. If you run on someone else’s time and expectations, you'll begin to make bad decisions. You usually know what works best for you and your schedule, stick to it. There could be many suggestions online or even from friends and family but the ultimate decision lies in your hands and you do not need the approval of others. Make a good decision because you can, and remember the greatest reward is inner peace! Not comparing yourself is a key to having that much needed inner peace.

Be a positive role model

As simple as it may sound, this is vital. Kids are very observant. Try not to show signs of stress, anxiety of confusion. You do not need to show you have it all together all the time, but show progression and initiative to make each day effective.

Take time and observe what your child likes!

As much as we get sucked into the education system, soon they will enter the real world and to truly begin to make decisions on what they enjoy. So why not start now? Find out what is on their heart and what their skills are. The truth is, we can succeed in education but fail in life. What do I mean by that? We can get the best grades in our education, but lack the necessary skills and way of thinking that is necessary when building relationships and working with others. Not to mention, many people rely on their cv to find a job for income, but what will often generate the money they are looking for really lies in that skill or ability that they have despised for years or have deemed to be too small. Usually, that thing is something they can do naturally and genuinely enjoy - encourage them to develop that skill or ability and encourage them to dream.

Rant Corner with Beverley Martins: Inspiring Under 21’s

Words Beverley Martins

Young editor, Beverley Martins talks what it means to be inspirational and the young minds that she finds inspiring.

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It’s pretty embarrassing writing about 5 ‘under 21’ inspiring women, while being an ‘under 21’ woman myself. I’m not sure if I’m inspiring or not - that would have to be judged by those I have had an effect on. If there's none… that's awkward. Moving on, I don't think I will be able to get up to 5, not because of the lack of these types of women, but because I am trying to actually figure out what successful and inspiring means... to me. 

When doing my research on these women, I found myself googling ‘ rich under 21’ and ‘richest supermodel’. In doing all that, I got bored and asked myself, ‘Beverley, what is inspirational to you?’ I still don't have an answer, so let's not get excited. Maybe I'll have an answer by the end of this rant or maybe not. Who cares?

In terms of ‘inspiration’, at the top of my list would be Yara Shahidi, 20-year-old actor, model, director and activist. Shahidi has recently started her own production company with her mother ‘Keri Shahidi’. What a Wow! At the age of 20 she has managed to create a platform for herself and her family. Round of applause to you girl. 

However, as I go into deep thought, I can't help but think, how did she get here? Who pushed her? Who inspired her? Well, remember her mum Keri? Yes, I call her ‘ the mother of inspiration’ why? This is a mother that has taught her daughter discipline, and has really guided her through the decision she's made up to this point of her career. She is not the only powerful mother I commend. I also take my hat off to the chief ‘momager’ Kris Jenner, who has single handedly fought and built something for her children. My mum hardly answers my call so go mummy. No offence mum if you’re reading this. So I don’t say this to highlight motherhood, but sometimes our success stories are not the things we have achieved, but the little seeds of wisdom and nurturing, the experiences that have been poured into us - Yara is an example of that. Great leadership. Leadership that creates inspiration.

Who's next? 17-year-old activist Greta Thuberg, a Swedish environmental activist who is internationally known for challenging world leaders to take immediate action against climate change. What can I say about this one? The embodiment of boldness, stable character, strength and leadership. When one is able to speak boldly about what they believe in, and step on the necks of anyone one who dares to ignore, that person is not just inspirational, they themselves have become ‘inspirational’. This young lady has taught me that your voice is not how loud you speak, or how eloquently you can put words together, your voice is the power given to individuals to effect change. 

Camryn Garret, Author of ‘Full Disclosure’ I think she's my favourite because she is a writer like me, and I just love and adore those that can use their writing and creativity as a weapon of change.

I haven't got up to 5. But let me cheat and say that within these girls, are many more. Including you (if you’re not 21 or under, don't worry. You’re still young and fabulous). I hope you've noticed the repetition on the word ‘change; I believe that there is a change in some that comes with inspiration. It's more than wanting to copy an outfit or liking a quote. Inspiration is change that is brought to the world by our voice, whether change in politics, climate change, the criminal system, entertainment or whatever. If there is inspiration, there is change. 

As I said before, inspiration is not our achievements, but it is the impact we have on others, whether it's through our voices, writings, songs, business, art, or whatever you do. Success and inspiration can never be something that is easy to explain, inspiration calls onto inspiration. It is born, raised then sent out into the world to infect. Inspiration is hope, it is hope in a person for a better tomorrow. Inspiration is the glue that holds this world together. How? By using vessels of change in each generation (past, present and the future) to speak and one step at a time create a better world. And these are my examples of what we call ‘inspirational’.

Pioneers of the Fashion Industry

Words Bethany Boyo

Fashion has always been a breeding ground for greatness. Whether from humble beginnings or from wealthy backgrounds, these pioneers stepped out and made a name for themselves, either by a platform built by a family name or one they carved out for themselves. From Charles Frederick Worth who is known as the father of couture to Coco Chanel, an orphan who began as a hat maker before going on to change the aesthetic of women’s fashion forever. Fashion editor Bethany Boyo, looks at the pioneers of the industry - not just designers, but businessmen and women and tech geniuses that have changed the landscape of fashion over the years.

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Olivier Rousteing, the young creative genius who sits at the helm of the luxury brand Balmain as its creative director, is one of the examples that fashion gives us, that it is possible to break the mould. Appointed as creative director of Balmain at just 24 years old, Rousteing came from very humble beginnings. Rousteing lived in an orphanage from the age of seven, until he was adopted and raised by a childless white couple in Bordeaux, France. Rousteing struggled through school being an outcast and bullied by his peers. At 16, he made the decision to find out more about his origins, only to discover that French law protects the decision of any mother who chooses to give her child up for adoption, to remain anonymous. Rousteing didn’t give up and with the support of his adoptive parents, he was able to uncover that his birth mother was of Somali descent and his birth father from Ethiopia. Being gifted in design from an early age he eventually went on to study fashion at the École supérieure des arts et techniques de la mode (ESMOD) in Paris. Upon graduating, he joined Roberto Cavalli and stayed there for five years at the helm of both men’s and women’s ready-to-wear collections, receiving recognition for both collections during his time there. In what was an unexpected move for many, Rousteing left Cavalli to join Balmain as the head of women’s ready-to-wear, under the direction of Christophe Decarnin, who made the decision to step down after suffering from a severe burn out in April 2011. Rousteing was then named Creative Director of the luxury French fashion house at just age 24.Since his debut, Rousteing has brought Balmain into the digital age, with his use of social media and the creation of the ‘Balmain Army’ featuring celebrities such as Kim Kardashian, Jordan Dunn and many more. Rousteing has transformed the fashion house, keeping the sharp tailoring from previous collections, however with the addition of his unique couture style. 

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The business world of fashion is no less cutthroat that the design world. Names such as Natalie Massanet, a self-made success and founder of Net-a-Porter, is known as a pioneer of the industry for her resilience. Born in California in 1966 to a journalist and a Chanel model, Natalie grew up in different parts of the world, she studied English Literature at the University of California. Fashion was always a core part of her growth, after a year's stint working as a Model and stylist in Tokyo, she went on to work for Women’s wear Daily and then became Assistant to Isabel Blow at Tatler. At the age of 33 Massanet stumbled upon the idea for an online luxury fashion eTail site, and with the help of her then husband Arnaud Massanet, she raised £1.2 million as a start-up investment that would lead to the fruition of Net-a-porter. Massenet started Net-a-Porter at a time when the dot.com bubble was set to burst, pregnant with her first child and with a team of 15 people, she used the bedroom in her Chelsea apartment as stock storage and her bathroom, to keep the renowned Net-a-Porter packaging. When it was officially launched in 2000, it removed doubts of it being solely online without a brick-and-mortar store, showing the world that luxury could exist online and sell successfully without a physical store. Natalie Massanet having grown her small ecommerce business into the giant we know as Porter Group, decided to step down in 2015 weeks before the company merged with the Italian ecommerce company Yoox Group. It came as a surprise to many when Natalie Massanet was announced as a non-executive co-chair of the Farfetch Group and even more of a surprise when Farfetch carved out a space for itself on the Stock Market filing for an IPO in 2018 New York Stock Exchange at an estimated valuation of $5 billion. Massanet embodies the word visionary. 

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Finally, the man who granted us access to the happenings of the fashion industry and insight into what's to come. The Business of Fashion is renowned today for being fashion’s go to for news, trends and market research. Imran Amed, its founder, started off blogging in 2007. His blog BOF, was something he would do in his spare time in his flat in Notting Hill. He was the main contributor for BOF until 2013. The website now has over 75 contributing writers, with nearly half a million people receiving emails from the website six days a week. Amed started off as a management consultant at McKinsey & Co where he went from industry to industry ascertaining why a company wasn’t reaching its full potential. At 29, Amed dealt with depression and felt unfulfilled in the industry he was in. His life changed after a 10-day silent retreat, which he attended, and the wheels of fate began to turn for him, with friends already in the fashion industry. Amed being an analytical individual, realised that there was a gulf between the business and the creative sides of fashion. At first the idea of BOF was not deemed a success, but it got him into the right doors to meet the right people. He began consulting for LVMH and blogging for BOF on the side. In 2007, when the first iPhone was launched, it was a blessing in disguise for BOF as the social media boom transformed it from a blog to a notable and informative website. The financial crisis of 2008 also caused the fashion industry to adapt and focus on its bottom line, giving BOF the opportunity to become a reputable website for insights, trends and informative topics. Today, BOF has become a voice many listen to in the industry. 

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Resilience, strength, uniqueness and ability to rise above the fray - these are the commonalities found in the pioneers of fashion. Regardless of background, colour or sexuality, to be the best, you have to believe you are and then work to make it your reality.

All You Need to Know About Diabetes

Words Jadesola Oginni

Diabetic Specialist Midwife and Antenatal Teacher Jadesola Oginni explains all you need to know about diabetes.

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What is diabetes?

Diabetes is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from food get into your cells to be used for energy. Sometimes your body doesn’t make enough—or any—insulin or doesn’t use insulin well. Glucose then stays in your blood and doesn’t reach your cells.

Type 1

If you have type 1 diabetes, your body does not make insulin. Your immune system attacks and destroys the cells in your pancreas that make insulin. Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children and young adults, although it can appear at any age. People with type 1 diabetes need to take insulin every day to stay alive.

Type 2

If you have type 2 diabetes, your body does not make or use insulin well. You can develop type 2 diabetes at any age, even during childhood. However, this type of diabetes occurs most often in middle-aged and older people. Type 2 is the most common type of diabetes.

Gestational Diabetes 

Gestational diabetes develops in some women when they are pregnant. Most of the time, this type of diabetes goes away after the baby is born. However, if you’ve had gestational diabetes, you have a greater chance of developing type 2 diabetes later in life. Sometimes diabetes diagnosed during pregnancy is actually type 2 diabetes.

Other types of diabetes

Less common types include monogenic diabetes, which is an inherited form of diabetes, and cystic fibrosis-related diabetes.

Prevalence 

-       Age above 45

-       Ethnicity

-       BMI

-       Pregnancy

-       Family history 

Complications 

-       Heart disease

-       Stroke

-       Kidney problems 

-       Eye problems

-       Dental disease

-       Nerve damage 

-       Foot problems

Prevention 

-       Low carbs

-       Regular check ups

-       Reduce weight

-       Exercise

Top Tips:

-       See your GP every 2-3 years for a random blood sugar reading and a HbA1c test. 

-       Increase your exercise activity 

-       Eat a low carb diet. 

-       Reduced refined sugars. 

-       Lose weight if your BMI is above 30.

Two Quick Recipes Rich in Vitamin D

Words Whitney Williams

With the world still battling the coronavirus pandemic, it is even more important for us to take care of ourselves and ensure our bodies have enough strength to withstand and fight off diseases. Food is the number one source of nutrition, so we need to up our intake of healthy, whole foods, filled with the right vitamins and minerals to keep our immune system in shape.

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There is some evidence showing Vitamin D may have the ability to fight off the coronavirus and in places like the UK, the government are already taking measures to make more Vitamin D medication available to the vulnerable. Vitamin D is mainly absorbed through our skin from natural sunlight but in these colder, winter months, it is best to look at other Vitamin D rich sources. 

Some other sources of Vitamin D include:

• Oily fish such as salmon, sardines, mackerel

• Cod liver oil

• Red meat

• Liver

• Egg yolks

• Mushrooms

• Fortified foods such as some fat spreads, cow’s milk, cereals etc

Many fortified foods are heavily processed and high in sodium, fat and sugar so therefore would be the last choice as a source of Vitamin D. There is also a risk of too many nutrients in the body which can have an adverse effect when eating fortified foods. It is best to get your nutrition from natural, real, whole food sources. 

Nothing beats good nutrition, the saying “you are what you eat” reflects true, as some of the main benefits of good nutrition is an improvement in energy levels, ability to recover quickly from illness and even reduce the risk of certain diseases, promoting good heart health. Good nutrition also helps you keep the pounds off, giving you the best chance of weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight. 

If you have no idea how to incorporate Vitamin D into your diet, here are a couple of Vitamin D rich recipes to give you a kick start!

Asian Marinated Salmon 

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets

Marinade:

2-3 tbsp coconut aminos

Juice of 1 lime

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp pink Himalayan salt

½ tsp chilli powder

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp onion powder

1 tsp mixed herbs

Chopped spring onions to garnish

Method:

In a Ziploc food bag, place your two salmon fillets and marinade ingredients. Shake the bag gently to incorporate the ingredients and marinate for 10-15 minutes in the fridge*.

Once marinated, gently shake off the marinade on the salmon and place salmon on a baking tray** lined with parchment paper or foil. Keep the marinade.

Bake in an oven set at 175C/350F for 20 minutes. You do not need to preheat your oven beforehand.

Place the marinade in a small bowl and heat up in the microwave for 30-40 seconds or until heated through. Stir and keep aside.

Once done, salmon should be flaky and crisp. Use a fish spatula to remove the salmon from the tray.

Pour over your marinade sauce and enjoy!

Notes:

*You can also make this ahead by marinating your salmon overnight

**You can use a baking tray by itself, you just need a little oil on the baking tray for the salmon to sit on so you can easily lift it off the baking tray without losing your salmon skin. 

Breakfast Mushroom and Egg Toast

Ingredients

2 portobello mushrooms, cleaned*

2 eggs

4-6 cherry tomatoes

½ avocado, sliced

¼ tsp pink Himalayan salt

¼ tsp black pepper 

2 tbsp olive oil

Chopped parsley to garnish

Method:

In a frying pan, add your olive oil on medium heat. 

Add in your whole portobello mushrooms to the pan and cook for 2 minutes on each side.

Whilst mushrooms are cooking, add in your tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring them occasionally. Be careful whilst cooking, as the tomatoes will spit as its liquid touches the oil.

Once mushrooms have browned a little on each side, remove from the pan and place on your serving plates. 

Begin constructing your mushroom and egg toast. Your tomatoes should also be cooked down now, top the mushrooms with a few of the tomatoes each.

Add your sliced avocado to the mushrooms. 

Next, with your pan on medium heat, add a tablespoon of oil and break your egg inside. Cook your egg for 2-3 minutes for a runny egg. If you want your yoke well done, cook for 3-4 minutes, flip and cook for an extra 2 minutes.

Once eggs are done, serve over the mushrooms. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and garnish with chopped parsley.

Serve and enjoy!

Notes:

*Clean your mushrooms with a paper towel and do not wash them, this will help them not to soak up any water and hold their form well.

Workout to Help Out

Words Bevery Pokuah

Exercise is more than a trend or a quick fix method, health isn't made in an intense program or a macro diet plan or the ability to cut out carbs for 6 weeks. It only gives room for bad habits to slip back in. Health is not a destination but a lifestyle which expresses itself to different people in different ways. The lockdown period introduced all manner of new funky workouts and diets, stirring a major craze but the question is; have you remained committed? Especially because exercise is the best medicine that an individual can be prescribed and will now become a vital aspect of daily life. Bevery Pokuah explains to us just how much exercise can benefit us.

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In early July Boris Johnson announced ‘Better Health,’ a new obesity campaign urging the nation to lose weight to beat coronavirus and protect the NHS, the campaign includes banning TV and online advertisements for food high in fat, sugar and salt before 9 pm. As well as calories to be displayed on menus to help people make healthier choices when eating out, it's fair to say that the new campaign is a wake up call and coronavirus has highlighted major issues.

Boris’s visit to The Gym Group in West London reinforces his new-found determination to fight the UK’s obesity crisis. During the visit Boris was given a tour of the facility and was talked through how staff are keeping themselves and customers safe, The Gym Group’s Chief Commercial Officer Barney Harrison stated “We had the opportunity to discuss the importance of physical activity and how the Gym Group is leading the charge on getting Britain back to the gym.” 

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Boris Johnson stated that he was overweight after being admitted to hospital for heightened COVID-19 symptoms in early April, obesity is said to have been a contributing factor to his health deteriorating, leading to the need of extensive care and leading by an example has decided to hire a personal trainer to combat his health conditions.

We understand that the mantra preached over the last couple of months has been, wash hands, wear masks and maintain distance from all necessary government guidelines to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

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But there is other ways that are not mandated but are as equally important; exercise and nutrition both can aid a person’s immune system, lungs and mood in a variety of ways including reducing inflammation, increasing the presence of innate immune cells and positively effecting a gut microbiome all of which support ones body defence mechanisms, so if you don't already have a keep-fit regime, it's worth starting one now. 

On commencing this journey, no need to panic, exercise doesn't need to be long, intense or unpleasant in order to be effective, studies have also shown that moderate activities such as jogging, walking or cycling lasting less than an hour can provide a range of immune benefits. However, substantial sudden increase in physical activity can have some side effects and affect your body’s defences and if not conducted accordingly can lead to an injury so don't leap into anything demanding initially unless your already in good condition or alternatively taking the route of joining a gym, gyms and fitness studios, which will follow the needed frameworks once open again, are safe a great place to build strength, energy, motivation, positive mindset, resilience, to stress, happiness and mental awareness.

Social Media: Winners & Losers

Words Beverley Martins

Do you think we need a virtual lockdown? My bank account says we do, but my head says “I think the hell not.” I understand that we all have different answers. As some of us make money from social media, reach a wide range of people and motivate people. I call these people the 'Winners'. Who are the losers? Well, I think common sense will help you guess the losers.

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Those that make the creators more money by using the platforms to troll, abuse, criticise, and watch the lives of other people. Now, please don't shoot me. You know the only reason why you're offended. I suppose I would classify as a loser too because I sure don't make any money from any of my social media platforms. Yet. I don't even know how to use Twitter if I’m honest.

Social media. What is it? Investopedia states that “social media​ is a computer-based technology that facilitates the sharing of ideas, thoughts, and information through the building of virtual networks and communities. By design, social media​ is internet-based and gives users quick electronic communication of content.” With this information, stop and think of the elements of this statement and what you use social media for. I'll go first. I use mine for picture content and thoughts. You? Email us your responses, we would love to know. 

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Next question. Honestly ask yourself this, have you made social media part of your everyday life? Like an essential part of your life? Do you impact people for good? I think you'll need some time to understand this question so before reading on, take some time to think.

Are you done? Let us go.

For me, I didn't see social media as an essential part of my life until I was encouraged to go without it. It made me realise how much time I've wasted. I wasn’t looking at anything uplifting; Kylie Jenner’s new hairstyle and the new pair of shoes Saweetie was gifted. Pathetic. No, I didn’t impact anyone on social media. I could honestly care less - Unless social campaigns like #blacklivesmatter, #endpolicebrutality required all of our voices as a community. The only people that actually follow me are family and friends. I put in a lot of time into something that did not benefit me in any way at all.

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Final question. What inspires you on social media? What makes you want to do better? Ok. Now has it helped you? Has the inspiration you felt taken you from one level to another, or is it still just an inspiration that you look at, like and comment? Maybe it made you repost so your friends could also be inspired? One thing I like to watch is BuzzFeed food. I am always reposting their stuff. Does it inspire me? Hell yes, to eat! Will I ever go and cook it? Ermm I think not. Buzzfeed are winners because every time I repost them, their employees get paid. I'm a loser because every time I repost them, I know damn well I'm not going to make it. 

So, what are you? Are you a winner or a loser? I'm not saying social media is a bad thing, but maybe some time away can help you reflect on what it is essential and what is not. Perhaps you can even take some time to figure out how you can become a winner, instead of a statistic of users.

New Age Therapy & Virtual Living

Words Annabel Gold

The constant advancing world of technology has changed the way we communicate and engage with one another. The speed of technology is getting faster and we no longer have the choice but to keep up, especially if we want to stay in tune with the times. Annabel Gold, provides us with tips on how we can adapt to these changes and she provides us with reasons why we need to monitor our social media activity.

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The Social Media Drug - New Age Therapy? 

Documentaries have shown that the world of social media is powered by not just technology experts but experts who have mastered how to keep the attention of humans, professionals who have made social media addictive. Social media is designed to be addictive. It is suggested to reduce our ability to concentrate. 

Scientific research suggests that when we look at our phones and see a message, notification from a media platform, we release a level of dopamine that is almost equal to the level that is released when an individual takes cocaine. 

The feeds that come up on our media platforms subconsciously tell us and suggest ideas of how we should live and what we should look like - there is a heightened desire to want and chase after the things that people on Instagram/Facebook/Snapchat post. 

Social media interferes with our medium to long-term goals. We often have dreams and goals which take daily steps to fulfil, it would be pretty difficult to fulfil those goals if we spend up to 4 or 5 hours a day scrolling away on social media aimlessly. If there is a lack of something better to do, you will find yourself aimlessly scrolling through the news feed of Instagram or twitter. We’ve all been victims of it. 

The more an individual uses social media, the more likely they’re to feel lonely and isolated, the constant exposure to friends and stranger’s positively portrayed life through filtered pictures and edited videos can leave some others to feel more inadequate and can increase rates of depression. The social dilemma docudrama explains the intentions of social media and its effects on the way we think, perceive and behave. The use of social media on mobile phones was widely adopted around 2008/2009. Around this same time, the rate of suicide increased by 70% among girls aged between 15-19 and by 151% among girls aged 10-14. We now live in a generation that is more fragile, more anxious and more depressed. 

The rapid growth and relevance of social media cannot be stopped, it’s a tool that is needed more than ever, however there is a need to be in control of our media intake instead of it being in control of you. 

For anything that we want to do, it can be done on the laptop, Ipad or smartphone, but just because we have the ability and freedom to do everything via a device, does it mean we should? It is important to take time out from the screen. 

How to Virtually Pause:

● Instead of going to notes on Google Docs or your note app, take a moment to write in a journal - you’ll be surprised how refreshing it will be for you.

● Instead of face-timing, arrange a meet up, especially with your loved ones. 

● Instead of waking up and first picking up your phone, wake up and grab a book or a journal or better yet, take a moment to meditate and think in real time.

● When around others try not to engage on your phone unless it’s absolutely necessary - we are beginning to live in our devices and forgetting to embrace our physical reality. 

Annabel Gold - Mental Health & Well-being Coach

A Global Call to Justice

Words Sarah Adama

What happens when the people that are supposed to protect and serve the people - do the complete opposite? The people protest. Nigerians aren’t protesting for electricity or water, they are protesting for the right to life – a fundamental human right. Sarah Adama explains more about what has been happening in Nigeria.

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SARS, the special Anti-Robbery unit, was formed in 1992 to combat armed robbery, kidnapping and other violent crimes. Since its formation, the police force has harassed, extorted, violated and murdered innocent citizens. The movement to end SARS has been ongoing for the last few years, since 2017, however it is only now receiving rightful attention with the use of social media and technology. Nigerian citizens mobilised funds and resources whilst maintaining a peaceful protest, social media network became the quickest and strongest tool for mobilising the masses. When the Government shut down digital payments, citizens moved to cryptocurrency and bitcoin as a way of getting funds into the country. The ongoing incidents have been censored from mainstream media and the international community has called upon mainstream news outlets, the United Nations and the Western Governments to intervene. 

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When Nigerian protestors laid demands to disband police forces before the Federal Government, the government dissolved SARS and formed a new unit, SWAT. Across the country, there has been civil unrest. Thugs sent to disrupt protests, prisoners released from prison in some states and police shooting innocent civilians.  

On the 20th October at 12 pm, the Lagos state government imposed a 24-hour curfew, starting at 4 pm. This same evening, the Nigerian army opened fire on innocent protesters, the Lekki toll gate massacre has come to the attention of the international community. Whilst protestors believed the military conduct, that citizens cannot be shot whilst holding the Nigerian flag – the Nigerian flag has now become a symbol of sorrow. With news outlets censored, videos and news circulating on social media networks have shown the world the atrocities committed by the Nigerian Government on her citizens. On the 20th October 2020, the Nigerian Government murdered her citizens.

Sarah Adama - Poilitician

The New Covid Rules for Three-Tier Lockdown

Words Sarah Adama

Six months since the government imposed a national lockdown, it seems that there is no end in sight with the rising COVID-19 cases. This week, Prime Minister Johnson in an effort to avoid another lockdown, announced a new plan to tackle the differing transmission rates across the country. The new 3-tier system sets out different restrictions on local areas, these restrictions will depend on the increase or decrease of COVID-19 rates.

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What is the 3-tier System?

Tier 1: Medium

The 10pm curfew on bars, pubs and restaurants will remain. Social gatherings of more than six people are banned, with the exception of funerals and weddings. With most areas in England at this level, London Mayor Sadiq Khan has warned the capital that “this could change very quickly.”

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Tier 2: High

Pubs and restaurants will remain open – with a 10pm curfew – however, households cannot mix in these settings. Whilst households cannot mix indoors, two households can meet in a private garden, but this is restricted to 6 people and social distancing rules apply. 

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Tier 3: Very High

This is the highest alert level. Local areas at this level must adhere to strict rules; pubs and bars to close, with the exception of restaurants and pubs that can operate at restaurants. 

Households are not allowed to mix - indoors or outdoors – whilst non-essential shops, schools and universities will remain open. Residents of local areas at this level are advised to avoid non-essential travel and travel outside of their area. Whether gyms, betting shops, casinos and beauty salons close, is at the discretion of local Members of Parliament. 

Liverpool city region is amongst few others at this level - leisure centres, gyms, betting shops, casinos and gaming centres must close down in this region. Other regions include Knowsley, Wirral, St Helens, Sefton and Halton.

Sarah Adama - Poilitician

The Queens Birthday Honours 2020

Words Hannah George

As Elizabeth II passes her 67th year as Queen of England she once again releases her highly anticipated honours list to recognise outstanding achievements of people across the United Kingdom. Here are a list of just some of the amazing women who have been recognised and why!

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As we all know Covid-19 has caused an influx of panic, disorder and casualties worldwide. However, where there are problems there is a need for individuals with solutions. For the first time her majesty's honours list has been postponed from June to October in order to recognise the significance of brave Brits who have graced us with their heroic actions. From Mary Berry to Lady Leshuur we have seen a variety of different approaches to brighten up Britain as a result of the virus. Due to the postponing of the list, health workers, fundraisers, footballers and even musicians have been recognised for their efforts alongside Covid-19.

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Caroline Mary Lee. Head, Clinical Education Centre for Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professions. For services to Healthcare during the Covid-19 response (Belfast, County Antrim)

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Winsome May Thomas. Matron for Quality and BAME Nurses and Midwives Network Chair, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. For services to Nursing during Covid-19. (London, London)

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Lorraine Kelly, OBE. Television Presenter. For services to Broadcasting, Journalism and charity (Bourne End, Buckinghamshire)

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Penelope Bond. Volunteer Reserve, London North East Railway. For services to the Covid-19 response (Grantham, Lincolnshire)

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Melesha Katrina O’Garro. For services to Music and Charity (London, London)

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Bernardine Anne Mobolaji Evaristo, MBE. Author. For services to Literature (London, London)

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Natalie Denise Campbell. For services to Social Entrepreneurship and Business (London, London)

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June Angelides. For services to Women in Technology (London, London)

These are just a handful of the most talked about celebs to make the list. However, here is the full list of women who have made it to this year's 2020 Honours list:

Lauren Jayne Batey. For services to the Protection of Vulnerable Children during Covid-19 (Roby, Merseyside)

Dr Bijna Kotak Dasani. Executive director, Morgan Stanley. For voluntary services to Diversity and Inclusion in Finance (Leicester, Leicestershire)

Tamsin Berry. Formerly director, Department of Health and Social Care. For services to Government and Life Sciences (London, London)

Dr Rachael Dorothy Devlin. Group Medical director, Health Services Laboratories and The Doctors Laboratory and vice president of the Royal College of Pathologists. For services to Pathology during the Covid-19 response. (London, London)

Anne Donaghy. For services to Local Government and the community in County Antrim during Covid-19 (Dungannon, County Armagh)

Susan Marie Doolan. Formerly Governor, Her Majesty’s Prison Littlehey. For services to Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service during Covid-19 (Kettering, Northamptonshire)

Emma Jane Easton. Head of Voluntary Partnerships, NHS England. For services to Voluntary Healthcare during Covid-19 (Holmfirth, West Yorkshire)

Gaynor Susan Jean Evans. Infection, Prevention and Control Lead, NHS. For services to Infection Prevention during Covid-19 (Wolverhampton, West Midlands)

Professor Julia Rose Gog. Professor of Mathematical Biology, University of Cambridge and Fellow, Queens’ College, Cambridge. For services to Academia and the Covid-19 response (Cambridge, Cambridgeshire)

Felicia Margaret Kwaku. Associate director of Nursing, Kings College NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (London, London)

Ashleigh Louise Linsdell. Founder and Coordinator, For the Love of Scrubs. For services to the NHS during the Covid-19 response (Brampton, Cambridgeshire)

Dr Sarah Elizabeth McDonald. Biobank manager, Medical Research Council, University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research. For services to the Covid-19 response (Glasgow, Lanarkshire)

Kathleen Mohan. Chief executive Officer, Housing Justice. For services to Vulnerable People during Covid-19 (London, London)

Professor Catherine Jane Noakes. Professor of Environmental Engineering for Buildings, University of Leeds. For services to the Covid-19 response (Thirsk, North Yorkshire)

Ndidi Okezie. Chief executive Officer, UK Youth. For services to Young People during the Covid-19 response (London, London)

Sacha Veronica Pemberthy. Chief executive Officer, Fair4All Finance. For services to Business during the Covid-19 response (Exmouth, Devon)

Francesca Elizabeth Sainsbury Perrin. Philanthropist and Founder, Indigo Trust. For charitable service particularly during Covid-19 (Watlington, Oxfordshire)

Dr Alison Jane Pittard. Dean, The Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine. For services to Critical Care particularly during Covid-19 (Collingham, West Yorkshire)

Carol Ann Shanahan. Founder and Trustee, The Hubb Foundation. For services to the community in Stoke-on-Trent during the Covid-19 response (Stone, Staffordshire)

Suzanne Nicola Sweeney. Network Lead, London Neonatal Network and Area Chair, Sea Cadets. For services to Neonatal Provision in the NHS and to the Sea Cadets particularly during Covid-19 (Bexley, Kent)

Professor Emma Thomson. Professor of Infectious Diseases and consultant Virologist, University of Glasgow Centre for Virus Research. For services to the NHS during the Covid-19 response (Glasgow, Lanarkshire)

Professor Ann Sarah Walker. Professor, University of Oxford and University College London. For services to Academia and the Covid-19 response (Chalfont st Giles, Buckinghamshire)

Susan Mary Williams. Matron, Royal Hospital Chelsea. For services to Patients during the Covid-19 response (London, London)

Laura Winningham. Chief executive Officer, City Harvest London. For services to the community in London during the Covid-19 response (London, London)

Professor Lucy Yardley. Professor of Health Psychology, University of Bristol and University of Southampton. For services to the Covid-19 response (Montpelier, Bristol)

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Lorraine Abernethy. For services to Paediatric Occupational Therapy and the Covid-19 response (Coleraine, County Londonderry)

Jayne Adamson. Volunteer Suicide Lead, Believe Housing. For services to Housing and Suicide Prevention particularly during Covid-19 (Hartlepool, County Durham)

Sufina Ahmad. Director, John Ellerman Foundation. For charitable service particularly during Covid-19 (London, London)

Denise Elizabeth Catherine Allan. Managing director of Customer Service, Sky Uk. For services to the Telecommunications Industry during Covid-19 (Edinburgh, Edinburgh)

Sheridan Ash. Founder, TechSheCan. For services to Young Girls and Women through Technology particularly during Covid-19 (London, London)

Lucy Gemma Baker. Service Technology director, BT. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Nailsworth, Gloucestershire)

Sarah Elizabeth Beale. For services to Girls and Young Women during COVID-19 (Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria)

Melanie Jane Beck. Chief executive Officer, MyMiltonKeynes. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Woburn, Bedfordshire)

Harmohinder Singh Bhatia. For services to Race Relations in the West Midlands particularly during Covid-19 (Smethwick, West Midlands)

Sarah Bowern. Deputy head, Costume Department, English National Opera. For services to the Opera and Charity (London, London)

Rachel Louise Bowes. Assistant director for Care and Support, North Yorkshire County Council. For services to the community during the Covid-19 response (Selby, North Yorkshire)

Capt Caroline Lesley Brophy-Parkin. For services to the community in Hawick during the Covid-19 response (Hawick, Roxburghshire)

Leone Catherine Burns. For services to Health and Social Care during Covid-19 (Enniskillen, County Fermanagh)

Tina Butler. Head of Commercial and Procurement, Kent Fire and Rescue Service. For services to the Covid-19 response (Aylesford, Kent)

Lurine Lilian Cato. For services to Charfireity and Music. The first black female gospel artist to be awarded an MBE this year. (London, London)

Debbie Caulfield, BEM. For services to the community in Londonderry during the Covid-19 response (Eglinton, County Londonderry)

Amelia Collins-Patel. For voluntary services to Children and Young People in the community during Covid-19. (Thurnby, Leicestershire)

Dr Michelle Cooper. Chief executive Officer, County Durham Community Foundation. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Durham, County Durham)

Jane Davenport. Headteacher, Reynalds Cross School. For services to Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities particularly during Covid-19 (Henley- in- Arden, Warwickshire)

Samantha Jane Davies. For services to the community in Queens Edith’s, Cambridgeshire particularly during Covid-19 (Cambridge, Cambridgeshire)

Kathryn Elizabeth Davies. Branch employee, The Co-operative Bank. For services to the community in Greater Manchester during Covid-19 (Manchester, Greater Manchester

Carrie Deacon. Head of Social Action Innovation and director of Government and Community Innovation, Nesta. For services to Social Action during Covid-19 (London, London)

Ijeoma Nwamaka Ezeilo. Telecommunications, Sky UK. For services to the Telecommunications Industry during Covid-19 (Ashford, Kent)

Susan Gault. Head of Public Health Nursing, Northern Trust. For services to Healthcare particularly during Covid-19 (Ballymena, County Antrim)

Nicole Geraghty. Maintenance Scheduler, Briggs Marine. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Southampton, Hampshire)

Laura Jane Gill (Higgins). Head of Strategy and Portfolio, National Crime Agency. For services to the Covid-19 response (Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire)

Clare Griffin. For services to the community on the Isle of Wight particularly during Covid-19 (Cowes, Isle of Wight)

Philippa Groves. For services to the community in Cumbria particularly during Covid-19 (Wigton, Cumbria)

Jacqueline Elizabeth Harris. Service Centre manager, Belfast Region. For services to the Delivery of Social Security in Northern Ireland during Covid-19 (Newtownabbey, County Antrim)

Jane Ann Havenhand. For services to the community in Dinnington, South Yorkshire particularly during Covid-19 (Sheffield, South Yorkshire)

Jean Marie Hughes. Retail Worker, The Co-operative Group. For services to the Food Supply Chain during Covid-19 (Prescott, Merseyside)

Marie-Ann Jackson. Head, Stronger Communities Programme, North Yorkshire County Council. For services to the community during Covid-19 (York, North Yorkshire)

Kay Johnson. For services to Food Nutrition and the community in Lancashire particularly during Covid-19 (Preston, Lancashire)

Rebecca Emma Dorothy Kennelly. Director of Volunteering, Royal Voluntary Service. For services to the Covid-19 response (Preston Candover, Hampshire)

Caroline Mary Lee. Head, Clinical Education Centre for Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professions. For services to Healthcare during the Covid-19 response (Belfast, County Antrim)

Dr Dominque Nuala Lucas. Consultant Anaesthetist and Lead for Obstetric Anaesthesia, London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust. For services to Anaesthesia during Covid-19 (Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire)

Dr Carey Jane Lunan. For services to Healthcare in Scotland during the Covid-19 response (Dunbar, East Lothian)

Jane Geraldine Lyons. Chair, The Friends of St Michael’s Hospice, Basingstoke. For services to charitable fundraising during Covid-19 (Hartley Wintney, Hampshire)

Patricia Vivien Mayle. Support Leader, Greater Manchester West. For services to Girlguiding and to the Covid-19 response. (Eccles, Greater Manchester)

Kathleen Margaret McGrath. Home manager, Andersons. For services to Older People in Moray during Covid-19 (Elgin, Moray)

Elizabeth Joan McGrogan. For services to the community in Northern Ireland during Covid-19 (Belfast, County Antrim)

Dr Julie Ruth McIlwaine. For services to Healthcare in Cairngorms during Covid-19. (Grantown-on-Spay, Moray)

Theresa Elizabeth McIvor. Volunteer, Volunteering Matters. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Brighton, East Sussex)

Elizabeth McWhirter. Police Officer, British Transport Police. For services to Policing and Public Safety particularly during Covid-19 (Croxton, Staffordshire)

Sandra Eustene Meadows. Chief executive, VOSCUR. For services to the community of Bristol during Covid-19 (Bristol, Bristol)

Lavina Mehta. For services to Health and Fitness during Covid-19 (Watford, Hertfordshire)

Carole Milner. Instigator and Volunteer Convenor, Heritage & Crafts Funders Network. For services to Heritage and Crafts during Covid-19. (London, London)

Sarah-Jane Mintey. Founder and chief executive Officer, Developing Experts. For services to Technology and Education during Covid-19. (Norwich, Norfolk)

Dr Catherine Tracey Moore. Consultant Clinical Scientist, Public Health Wales. For services to Public Health during Covid-19 (Taff’s Well, Mid Glamorgan)

Michele Elizabeth Patricia Nel. For services to the community and frontline workers in Wigan during Covid-19 (Wigan, Greater Manchester)

Grace Elaine Nisbet. Anti-Poverty manager, West Lothian Council. For services to the community in West Lothian particularly during Covid-19 (Falkirk, Stirling)

Deborah Jane Pargeter. Headteacher, Tithe Farm Primary. For services to Education particularly during Covid-19 (Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire)

Sandra Connie Payne. Director of Nursing and Care Homes, Brunelcare Bristol. For services to Social Care particularly during Covid-19 (Bristol, Bristol)

Heather Ann Russell. For services to Healthcare in Northern Ireland during Covid-19 (Comber, County Down)

Claire Lesley Salisbury. For services to the NHS in Wales during Covid-19 (Penarth, South Glamorgan)

Sarah Margaret Shaw. Director, Firstsite Colchester. For services to the Arts (Colchester, Essex)

Jillian Margaret Shaw. Head Teacher, New York Primary School, Tyne and Wear. For services to Education particularly during Covid-19 (Whitley Bay, Tyne and Wear)

Samantha Louise Siddall. For services to the community in Edlington, South Yorkshire during Covid-19 (Doncaster, South Yorkshire)

Karen Smith. Emergency Authority and Government Relationship manager, BT. For services to the Telecommunications Industry during Covid-19. (London, London)

Elizabeth Jane Stileman. For services to Incident Response and charitable service during Covid-19 (Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire)

Olivia Antonia Strong. Founder, RunForHeroes. For services to Fundraising during Covid-19 (Edinburgh, Edinburgh)

Margaret Sutherland. Chief Officer, South Denbighshire Community Partnership. For services to the community of Corwen during Covid-19. (Denbighshire, Clwyd)

Juliana Mary Taylor. Nurse consultant in Urology service, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Manchester, Greater Manchester)

Ella Terblanche. Principal Dietitian for Critical Care, St George’s NHS Foundation Trust, London. For services to Dietetics particularly during Covid-19 (London, London)

Clare Thomas. Home manager, Ilford Park Polish Home. For services to residential Social Care for Veterans during Covid-19. (Brixham, Devon)

Siobhan Toland. For services to Local Government and Environmental Health during Covid-19 (Belfast, County Antrim)

Gemma Towers. Mobile Product Specialist, BT. For services to telecommunications during Covid-19 (Northallerton, North Yorkshire)

Elizabeth Ann Waters. Consultant Nurse, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board. For services to the NHS in Wales (Crickhowell, Powys)

Jill Williamina Young. For services to the NHS in Scotland during Covid-19. (Drymen, Stirling)

Hannah Mary Angland. Lead Nurse, Integrated Community Ageing Team, Islington. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (Prescot, Merseyside)

Julie Dawn Barry. For services to the community in Edenbridge, Kent during Covid-19 (Edenbridge, Kent)

Fiona Maria Belcham. For services to the community in Clitheroe during Covid-19 (Clitheroe, Lancashire)

Helen Bewley. Anatomical Pathology Technician and Mortuary manager, Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. For services to Pathology during Covid-19 (Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire)

Penelope Bond. Volunteer Reserve, London North East Railway. For services to the Covid-19 response (Grantham, Lincolnshire)

Alice Bretland. Physiotherapist and Team Lead, Home Ventilation Team. For services to the NHS particularly during Covid-19 (Penarth, South Glamorgan)

Catherine Joy Burn. Director, Bassetlaw Community and Voluntary Service. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Newark, Nottinghamshire)

Georgina Margaret Calwell. Manager, Adult SLT Team, South Eastern Trust. For services to Speech and Language Therapy particularly during Covid-19 (Ballymena, County Antrim)

Sonya Cary. Postmistress, Pontrilas Post Office. For services to the Post Office and the community during Covid-19 (Hereford, Herefordshire)

Aileen Elizabeth Caughey. Prison Officer, Her Majesty’s Prison, Magilligan. For services to Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service during Covid-19. (Limavady, County Londonderry)

Susan Chapman. Deputy Divisional director of Estates and Facilities, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust. For services to the NHS during the Covid-19 response (Clitheroe, Lancashire)

Rita Chohan. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Swansea, West Glamorgan)

Bridget Joan Clark. For services to the community in Doncaster, South Yorkshire during Covid-19 (Doncaster, South Yorkshire)

Karen Ann Clarke. E-Commerce Customer Trading manager, Asda Ltd. For services to the Covid-19 response. (Ellesmere Port, Cheshire)

Jade Michelle Cole. For services to the NHS and Critical Care Research during Covid-19 (Cardiff, South Glamorgan)

Julie Cook. Community Colleague, Asda Ltd. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan)

Agnes Cook. For services to the community in Kinross during Covid-19 (Kelty, Fife)

Ruth Helen Creaney. For services to Key Workers during Covid-19 (Hillsborough, County Down)

Lorna Creswell. For services to the community in Moray during Covid-19 (Forres, Moray)

Deborah Crow. For services to the community in South Glamorgan during Covid-19 (Barry, South Glamorgan)

Samantha Anna Marie Juanita D’Souza. Community Champion, Asda Ltd. For services to the community during Covid-19 (London, London)

Arie Darbandi. Resident Experience manager, Arbrook House, Bupa Care Services. For services to Social Care during Covid-19 (Chessington, Surrey)

Jayne Margaret Dingemans. Director of Patient Services, Garden House Hospice Care. For services to Palliative Care particularly during Covid-19 (Rushden, Hertfordshire)

Aileen Donaldson. Local manager, TSB. For services to the Financial Services sector during Covid-19 (Glasgow, Lanarkshire)

Hilary Margaret Dover. Service director, Primary and Community Services, Swansea Bay Region. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Cardiff, South Glamorgan)

Karen Edwards. Local Authority Key Worker, Rushmoor Borough Council. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Farnham, Surrey)

Eno-Obong Esin. Ward Clerk, Adult Critical Care Services, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Denton, Greater Manchester)

Haley Etheridge. Project Coordinator, Diverse FM. For services to Radio Broadcasting and Young People during Covid-19 (Dunstable, Bedfordshire)

Samantha Jane Gallagher. Nursing Home manager and Registered Nurse, Brandon Park Nursing Home. For services to Social Care during Covid-19 (King’s Lynn, Norfolk)

Paula Jane Gallent. Ward Sister, Cardiff and Vale University Health board. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan)

Marlyn Gardner. For services to the community in Stirlingshire during Covid-19 (Falkirk, Stirling)

Emma-Karin Gerdin-Miosga. Arts Facilitator, Wingham Court, BUPA. For services to Care Home residents during Covid-19 (London, London)

Andrea Margaret Greenall. Health Care assistant, Royal Bolton Hospital, Bolton NHS Foundation Trust. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Bolton, Greater Manchester)

Lynne Grieves. Nurse, Northlea Court Care Home. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (Cramlington, Northumberland)

Lisa Griffiths. Branch manager, Barclays. For services to the Financial Services sector during Covid-19 (Gosport, Hampshire)

Margaret Patricia Gurney. Services assistant, J Sainsbury’s plc. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Amersham, Buckinghamshire)

Sheena Hales. Programme manager, NatWest Group. For services to the Financial Services sector and to the community during Covid-19 (Edinburgh, Edinburgh)

Sophie Jane Hamilton. For services to the community in Peebles during Covid-19 (Tweeddale, Scottish Borders)

Ann Patricia Hannah. Rapid Response Laboratory and Cellular Pathology Operations manager, Health Services Laboratory. For services to Healthcare during Covid-19 (Deal, Kent)

Ann Harding. For services to the community in Settle, North Yorkshire during Covid-19 (Kirkgate, North Yorkshire)

Hazel Harper. Journey Developer, NatWest Group. For services to the Financial Services sector and the community during Covid-19 (Lesmahagow, Lanarkshire)

Apple-Jane Isabella Hayward. For services to the community in Brentwood, Essex during Covid-19 (Brentwood, Essex)

Molly Henriques-Dillon. Quality Nurse Team Leader, Black Country and West Birmingham Clinical Commissioning Groups. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (Penkridge, Staffordshire)

Jessica Lauren Horne. Clinical Lead, Respiratory Physiotherapy, Whittington Health NHS Trust. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (London, London)

Peta Jane Hustwayte. Teacher, Greater Horseshoe School. For services to Young People during Covid-19 (Newton Abbot, Devon)

Emma Louise Jackson. For services to the community in Blackpool during Covid-19 (Blackpool, Lancashire)

Clare Marie Johnstone. Head of Infection Prevention and Control, Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (Reading, Berkshire)

Jennifer Keenan. For services to Women and Minority Ethnic Communities during Covid-19 (Perth, Perth)

Carole Kind. For services to the community in Staffordshire during Covid-19 (Newcastle, Staffordshire)

Minerva Pascual Collantes Klepacz. Matron of Ophthalmology and BAME Network Lead, Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (Bournemouth, Dorset)

Eugenia Lyle. Customer Experience Colleague, J Sainsbury’s plc. For services to Business and the community during Covid-19 (Derry, Londonderry)

Tracey Mairs. Registered manager, Marple Lodge Care Home. For services to the Covid-19 response (Birch Vale, Derbyshire)

Lucy Mansell-Render. Nights Department manager, Asda. For services to the Covid-19 response (Washington, Tyne and Wear)

Belinda Alison Marks. Palliative Care Clinical Lead, Bradford District Care Foundation Trust. For services to the Covid-19 response (Keighley, West Yorkshire)

Mairi McCallum. For services to the community in Moray during Covid-19 (Elgin, Moray)

Kathryn Fiona McCloghrie. Head of Corporate Strategy, Sellafield Ltd. For services to Business and the community in Cumbria during the Covid-19 response (Whitehaven, Cumbria)

Marie Therese McDermott. For services to Nursing in Northern Ireland during the Covid-19 response (Omagh, County Tyrone)

Gemma Patricia McDonald. Nurse and Volunteer, Newport Sea Cadets. For services to the NHS and to the community in Newport during Covid-19 (Monmouthshire, Gwent)

Sharon McKendrick. Store manager, Morrisons. For services to the community during Covid-19 (Coldstream, Berwickshire)

Elizabeth Margaret McLean. Frontline Food Retail Worker, The Co-operative Group. For services to the Covid-19 response (Isle of Arran, Ayrshire)

Helen McMahon. Home manager, Four Seasons Healthcare. For services to Care Homes during Covid-19 (Middleton, Greater Manchester)

Lyndsay Jayne McNicholl. For services to Health and Social Care during Covid-19 (Carmarthenshire, Dyfed)

Karen Miles. Driver, Red Arrow. For services to Transport during Covid-19 (Derby, Derbyshire)

Jolene Miller. Train Driver, Northern Trains Ltd and Volunteer Paramedic. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Stockton, County Durham) 

Sharon Louise Miller. For services to the Care Sector during the Covid-19 response (Dinas Powys, South Glamorgan)

Beverley Morris. CHC Lead Nurse, Black Country and West Birmingham Clinical Commissioning Groups. For services to Nursing during Covid-19 (Birmingham, West Midlands)

Lorraine Monica Mullen. For Services to the Community of Lochgelly during Covid-19 (Glenrothes, Fife)

Melesha Katrina O’Garro. For services to Music and Charity (London, London)

Margaret Payne. For services to the community in Lochinver during the Covid-19 response (Inverness, Sutherland)

Tracey Ann Pearson. Senior Care Worker, Grove Lodge Care Home. For services to Care Home residents during Covid-19 (Stockport, Greater Manchester)

Louise Peart. Social Worker, Adult Services Intake and Assessment Team, Vale of Glamorgan Council. For services to Vulnerable People during Covid-19 (Cardiff, South Glamorgan)

Nilima Rahman. Bank employee, Virgin Money. For services to the Financial Services sector and the community of South Shields during Covid-19. (South Shields, Tyne and Wear)

Julie Annice Redfern. For services to the community in Saffron Walden, Essex during Covid-19 (Saffron Walden, Essex)

Patricia Ring. For services to the community in Harpenden, Hertfordshire during Covid-19 (Harpenden, Hertfordshire)

Emma Robb. Social Enterprise manager, Resurgam Community Development Trust. For services to the community in Lisburn during Covid-19 (Lisburn, County Antrim)

Karen Joan Rogers. For services to the community in Pumpherston, West Lothian during Covid-19. (Livingston, West Lothian)

Catherine Ruddick. Activities Coordinator, Derwent Care Home. For services to the Care Sector during Covid-19. (Stanley, County Durham)

Toni Ann Salmon. Food Delivery Driver and Commanding Officer, Forest of Dean Sea Cadets. For services to the community in the Forest of Dean during Covid-19. (Monmouthshire, Gwent)

Rebecca Saunders. For services to the community in Kelvedon, Essex during Covid-19 (Colchester, Essex)

Shagufta Shamim. For services to the community in Grangemouth during Covid-19. (Grangemouth, Stirling)

Melissa Mary Shearer. Personal Banker, Danske Bank. For services to the Financial Services sector and to the community in Northern Ireland during Covid-19. (Newtownabbey, County Antrim)

Julie Simonson. Community Branch director, Santander UK. For services to the Financial Services sector and the community of Neath during Covid-19 (Neath Port Talbot, West Glamorgan)

Margaret Jennifer Simpson. For services to the community in Rutland during Covid-19. (Oakham, Rutland)

Neeraj Kumari Singadia. Branch manager, Lloyds Banking Group. For services to the Financial Sector and the community in Birmingham during Covid-19. (Birmingham, West Midlands)

Elaine Spencer. For services to the community in Rossington, South Yorkshire during Covid-19 (Doncaster, South Yorkshire)

Janet Adrienne Stewart. For services to the community in Lisburn during Covid-19 (Lisburn, County Antrim)

Joanne Swan. Housing and Care manager, Fountain Court, Gateshead. For services to the community during the Covid-19. (Swallwelll, Tyne and Wear)

Kate Elizabeth Mary Tantam. Specialist Senior Sister in Intensive Care, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust. For services to improving Patient Experience during Covid-19. (Plymouth, Devon)

Kirsty Taylor. Co-ordinator, Bideford Community Centre, Greater Manchester. For services to Vulnerable Families in Wythenshawe during Covid-19. (Wythenshawe, Greater Manchester)

Winsome May Thomas. Matron for Quality and BAME Nurses and Midwives Network Chair, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. For services to Nursing during Covid-19. (London, London)

Sarah Troop. Director, Maldon & District Community Voluntary Service. For services to the community in the Maldon District, Essex during Covid-19. (Chelmsford, Essex)

Kirsten Urquhart. For services to Young People in Scotland during Covid-19 (Limekilns, Fife)

Claire Uwins. For services to the community in Much Hadham, Hertfordshire during Covid-19 (Much Hadham, Hertfordshire)

Councillor Nicola Angela Verner. Joint chief executive Officer, Greater Shankill Partnership. For services to the community in Belfast during Covid-19. (Belfast, County Antrim)

Marian Catherine Wandrag. Founder, Marian Newman Nails. For services to the Beauty Industry during Covid-19 (Waterford, Hertfordshire)

Pamela Webb, JP. For services to the community in Swindon during Covid-19 (Swindon, Wiltshire)

Elizabeth Grace White. For services to the community in Longstanton, Cambridgeshire during Covid-19. (Cambridge, Cambridgeshire)

Elizabeth Williams. Coordinator, Canolfan Pentre. For services to the community of Pentre during the Covid-19 response. (Rhonda Cynon Taff, Mid Glamorgan)

Alison Williams. For services to the NHS and Charity during Covid-19. (Edinburgh, Midlothian)

Sarah Wilson. Nursery teacher, Fishergate Primary School. For services to Education during Covid-19. (York, North Yorkshire)

Emma Wimpress. Head of Volunteer Services, Northampton General Hospital. For services to the NHS during Covid-19 (Duston, Northamptonshire)

Jacqueline Woollett. Home manager, Oakshade Abbeyfield Chichester Society. For services to Care Home residents during Covid-19. (Chichester, West Sussex)

Margaret Carole Zambonini. For services to those with Dementia and their Carers during Covid-19. (Haselor, Warwickshire)

Dames Commander of the Order of the Bath (DCB) Clare Moriarty, CB. Formerly permanent secretary, Department for Exiting the European Union and Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. For public service (Petersfield, Hampshire)

Damehoods:

Mary Rosa Alleyne Berry, CBE. For services to Broadcasting, the Culinary Arts and charity (Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire)

Professor Muffy Calder, OBE FRSE FREng. Vice Principal and head, College of Science and Engineering, University of Glasgow. For services to Research and Education (Glasgow, Glasgow)

Siobhan Davies, CBE. Choreographer. For services to Dance (London, London)

Dr Clare Gerada, MBE. Medical director, NHS Practitioner Health Programme and General Practitioner, Hurley Group Practice. For services to General Practice (London, London)

Victoria Mary Taylor Heywood, CBE. Formerly Chair, Royal Society of Arts. For services to the Arts (London, London)

Susan Hill, CBE. For services to Literature (Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire)

Elaine Inglesby-Burke, CBE. Chief Nursing Officer, Northern Care Alliance NHS Group. For services to Nursing (St. Helens, Merseyside)

Maureen Diane Lipman, CBE. Actress. For services to charity, Entertainment and the Arts (London, London)

Linda Pollard, CBE DL. Chair, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust. For services to Healthcare and the community in Northern England (Leeds, West Yorkshire)

Professor Anne-Marie Rafferty, CBE. Professor of Nursing Policy, King’s College London and president, Royal College of Nursing. For services to Nursing (London, London)

Emma Natasha Walmsley. Chief executive Officer, GlaxoSmithKline. For services to the Pharmaceutical Industry and Business (London, London)

Professor Sarah Elizabeth Worthington, QC (Hon), FBA. Downing Professor of the Laws of England, University of Cambridge. For services to English Private Law (London, London)

Companions of the Order of the Bath (CB) Samantha Mary Constance Beckett, OBE. Director general, EU Exit and Analysis, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. For public service (London, London)

Amy Louise Holmes, OBE. Director, EU and International Trade, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. For public service (Hitchin, Hertfordshire)

Sonia Clare Phippard, CBE. Formerly director general, Environment Rural and Marine, Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. For public service (London, London)

Commanders of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)

Caroline Jane Alexander. Chief Nurse, Barts Health NHS Trust. For services to Nursing (Bognor Regis, West Sussex)

Joan Anita Barbara Armatrading, MBE. Singer, Songwriter and Guitarist. For services to Music, charity and Equal Rights (London, London)

Jean Margaret Ashton, OBE. Formerly director, Business Services and Operations, Crown Prosecution Service. For services to Law and Order (Ossett, West Yorkshire)

Jane Victoria Atkinson, FREng. Executive director, Engineering and Automation, Bilfinger UK. For services to Chemical Engineering (Thirsk, North Yorkshire)

Suzanne Margaret Eunice Banks. Formerly chief Nurse, Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing in the NHS (Stone, Staffordshire)

Margaret Eleanor Baxter, OBE. Chair of Trustees, Womankind. For services to Gender Equality in the UK and Abroad (London, London)

Karen Bennett. Chief executive Officer, Enterprise Credit Union. For services to the Credit Union Sector and Financial Inclusion (Liverpool, Merseyside)

Professor Gwenda Lynne Berry, OBE. Formerly Chair, Breast Cancer Now and Chair, Human Tissue Authority. For services to Civil Society and charity (London, London)

Farmida Bi. Chair, Norton Rose Fulbright (Europe, Middle East and Asia). For services to Law and charity (London, London)

Katharine Birbalsingh. Founder and Headmistress, Michaela Community School. For services to Education (London, London)

Jacqueline Anne Brock-Doyle, OBE. Executive director, Communications, World Athletics. For services to Sport (London, London)

Anne Bulford, OBE. For services to Broadcasting and charity (London, London)

Emma Jane Churchill. Head of Border Delivery Group, Cabinet Office. For Public service (London, London)

Cecile Yvonne Conolly. Former Headteacher. For services to Education (London, London)

Judy Sarah Jarman Craymer, MBE. For services to Theatre and charity (London, London)

Mary Elizabeth Curnock Cook, OBE. Educationalist. For services to Further and Higher Education (Oxford, Oxfordshire)

Linda Margaret Dann. Formerly head, European Bilateral Relations and EU Exit, Ministry of Defence. For services to International Relations (London, London)

Joanna Elson, OBE. Chief executive, Money Advice Trust. For services to People in Financial Difficulty (London, London)

Rebecca Ann Evans. For services to the Arts in Wales. (Penarth, South Glamorgan)

Professor Amelia Fletcher, OBE. Formerly Non-Executive Board Member, Financial Conduct Authority and Payment Systems Regulator. For services to the Economy (Cranbrook, Kent)

Olivia Ruth Garfield. Chief executive Officer, Severn Trent. For services to the Water Industry (London, London)

Julia Caroline Gault. Head, Family, Poverty and In Work Progression Policy, Department for Work and Pensions. For public service and for services to the community in Mitcham (Cheam, Surrey)

Dr Kim Sara Golding. Consultant Clinical Psychologist. For services to Children and Young People (Malvern, Worcestershire)

Johanna Clare Lindsay Harston. Deputy director, HM Treasury. For public service (London, London)

Lorraine Kelly, OBE. Television Presenter. For services to Broadcasting, Journalism and charity (Bourne End, Buckinghamshire)

Rosaleen Clare Kerslake, OBE. Chief executive, National Lottery Heritage Fund. For services to Heritage (Dorking, Surrey)

Nicolette King, OBE. Formerly Chair, Greenacre Academy Trust. For services to Education (Rochester, Kent)

Robin Ann Lawther. Non-Executive director, UK Government Investments. For services to Diversity and the Finance Industry (London, London)

Anne Margaret Main. Formerly Member of Parliament for St Albans. For public and parliamentary service (Bourne End, Buckinghamshire)

Maria McGill. Formerly chief executive, Children’s Hospices Across Scotland. For services to Palliative Care and charity (Newbridge, Edinburgh)

Amanda Jane Melton. For services to Further Education (Hale, Greater Manchester)

Dr Deborah Catherine Morgan. Director, Primary Mathematics, National Centre for Excellence in Teaching Mathematics. For services to Education (Furzton, Buckinghamshire)

Theresa Ojo. Chief executive, The Diana Award. For services to Young People (Rochester, Kent)

Karen Emma Pollock, MBE. Chief executive, Holocaust Educational Trust. For services to Holocaust Education (London, London)

Lady Ruth Rogers, MBE. Co-Founder, The River Cafe. For services to the Culinary Arts and charity (London, London)

Professor Sophie Kertttu Scott. Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, University College London. For services to Neuroscience (London, London)

Siobhan Sheridan. Civilian HR director, Ministry of Defence. For services to Ministry of Defence Personnel (St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex)

Paulette Simpson. Deputy Chair, Windrush Commemoration Committee. For services to the Caribbean community in the UK (London, London)

Professor Patricia Thompson. Philanthropist. For charitable services (London, London)

Linda Tomos. Librarian, National Library of Wales. For services to Welsh Culture (Dolgellau, Gwynedd)

Dr Gillian Tully. Forensic Science Regulator. For services to Forensic Science (Whitchurch, Hampshire)

Dr Frances Mary Walker. Artist and Printmaker. For services to Scottish Art (Aberdeen, Aberdeen)

Susan Whiddington. Founding director, Mousetrap Theatre Projects. For services to Young People (London, London)

Clare Eleanor Woodman. Head of EMEA, Morgan Stanley and chief executive Officer, Morgan Stanley & Co International Plc. For services to Finance (London, London)

Caron Andrea Alexander. Formerly director, Digital Shared Services, Grade 5, Department of Finance. For services to Government and the IT industry in Northern Ireland (Belfast, County Antrim)

Geraldine Allinson. For services to Local Media in Kent (Ashford, Kent)

Catherine Jane Atkinson. Data Science Team Leader, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. For services to Data Science (Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire)

Sarah Frances (Sally) Beamish, FRSE. Composer. For services to Music (Hove, East Sussex)

Caroline Wynne Beasley-Murray, JP. HM Senior Coroner for Essex. For services HM Coroners’ Service (Chelmsford, Essex)

Hazel Ruth Bell. Chair, Choice Housing Ireland Limited. For services to Social Housing in Northern Ireland (Larne, Co Antrim)

Kate Rachel Bennett. Formerly Senior private secretary, Department for Exiting the EU. For public service (London, London)

Professor Debra Elizabeth Bick. Professor of Clinical Trials in Maternal Health, University of Warwick. For services to Midwifery (Welford on Avon, Warwickshire)

Lilian Clara Alexandra Black. Chair, Holocaust Survivors Friendship Association. For services to Holocaust Education (Leeds, West Yorkshire)

Philipa Bragman. Founder and lately director, CHANGE. For services to People with Learning Disabilities (Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire)

Sandy Brown. National Leader of Education. For services to Education (Barnstaple, Devon)

Emma Victoria Burgess. Senior Lawyer, Ministry of Justice Legal Team, Government Legal Department. For services to International Relations (Billingshurst, West Sussex)

Barbara Bush. Formerly HR director, The Pensions Regulator. For services to the Pensions Industry, Diversity and charity (Brighton, East Sussex)

Carol Anne Carson. Volunteer Nurse, Voluntary Service Overseas. For services to Healthcare (Dollar, Kinross shire)

Dr Deesha Chadha. Co-Chair, Faiths Forum for London. For services to Faith communities (London, London)

Herminder Kaur Channa, JP. Principal, Ark Boulton Academy. For services to Education (Birmingham, West Midlands)

Adrienne Pamela Cherrywood. Founder and Headteacher, Cressey College, Croydon. For services to Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (Edenbridge, Kent)

Yasmine Chinwala. Partner, New Financial, HM Treasury. For services to the HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter (London, London)

Patricia Ann Chrimes. Chair, Royal British Legion Women’s Section. For services to Ex-Service Personnel (Northwich, Cheshire)

Professor Marta Cecilia Cohen. Clinical director, Pharmacy Diagnostics and Genetics and head, Histopathology Department, Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. For services to the Treatment of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (Sheffield, South Yorkshire)

Mary Louise Contini. For services to the Scottish Food Industry and Scottish-Italian Relations (Dunbar, East Lothian)

Shirley Cooper. For services to Equality, Women’s Empowerment and Procurement (St Albans, Hertfordshire)

Paulette Cope. Project manager, Phoenix II, Land Equipment, Ministry of Defence. For services to Ministry of Defence (Trowbridge, Wiltshire)

Deborah Samantha Cropanese. Delivery director, National Business Centres, HM Courts and Tribunals Service. For public service (Bognor Regis, West Sussex)

Carol Ann Culley. Deputy chief executive and City Treasurer, Manchester City Council. For services to Local Government (Macclesfield, Cheshire)

Lyn Dance. Headteacher, The Milestone School and chief executive Officer, SAND Academies Trust. For services to Education (Gloucester, Gloucestershire)

Professor Gail Davey. Professor of Global Health Epidemiology, Brighton and Sussex Medical School. For services to Tackling Neglected Tropical Diseases (Hove, East Sussex)

Professor Julia Claire Davidson. Director, Online Harms and Cyber Crime Unit, University of East London. For services to Online Safety (Diss, Norfolk)

Professor Jennifer Catriona Davidson. For services to the Care and Protection of Children and Young People in Scotland and Abroad (Glasgow, Glasgow)

Melanie Doel (Melanie Davies). For services to Journalism, charity and the community in Wales (Cardiff, South Glamorgan)

Rosemary Ann Drinkwater. For services to Higher Education, Innovation and Enterprise in the West Midlands (Coventry, West Midlands)

Carolann Edwards. For services to Disadvantaged People in the UK and South Africa (London, London)

Bernardine Anne Mobolaji Evaristo, MBE. Author. For services to Literature (London, London)

Jacqueline Ruth Findlay. Formerly Regional Tribunal Judge, HM Courts and Tribunals Service. For services to the Administration of Justice (Appleby – in – Westmoreland, Cumbria)

Jacqueline Fletcher. Senior Nurse Advisor, Stop the Pressure Programme, NHS England and NHS Improvement. For services to Wound Care Management (Shefford, Bedfordshire)

Marie Gentles. Formerly Headteacher, Hawkswood Primary Pupil Referral Unit, London. For services to Education (London, London)

Professor Christianne Glossop. Chief Veterinary Officer for Wales. For services to Animal Health and Welfare (Abergavenny, Gwent)Marcella Goligher-Martin. Governor, HM Prison Humber. For services to Criminal Justice (Hessle, East Riding of Yorkshire)

Professor Cathy Gormley-Heenan. Deputy vice-Chancellor (Research and Impact), Ulster University. For services to Higher Education (Belfast, County Antrim)

Pamela Theresa Hall. President, National Conservative Convention. For public and political service (Chester, Cheshire)

Dominique Marie Hardy. Formerly Regional director, Asia-Pacific, UK Visas and Immigration, Home Office. For public service (London, London)

Fiona Harrison. Intelligence Analyst, Risk and Intelligence Services, HM Revenue and Customs. For services to Tackling Fraud (Newmarket, Suffolk)

Caroline Hoddinott. Formerly Executive Headteacher, Haybridge School and Sixth Form, Hagley. For services to Education (Worcester, Worcestershire)

Dr Lesley Karen Holdsworth. Physiotherapist and National Clinical Lead for Digital Health and Care, Scottish Government and Glasgow Caledonian University. For services to Physiotherapy and Health Services (Newport on Tay, Fife)

Julie Deborah Iles. President, Conservative Women’s Organisation. For public and political service (Leatherhead, Surrey)

Georgina Kate Jackson. Development director, Sold Out. For services to Education and Diversity in the Video Games Industry (Kingston, Surrey)

Anita Johnson. Headteacher, Loxford School of Science and Technology and chief executive Officer, Loxford School Trust. For services to Education (London, London)

Fiona Jane Jones. Universal Credit Group director for Wales and Lead, National Employer and Partnership Team, Work and Health Services, Department for Work and Pensions. For services to Unemployed People in Wales (Porthcawl, Mid Glamorgan)

Kim Niklas Jones. Fashion Designer, Christian Dior. For services to Fashion (London, London)

Natalie Claire Constance Jones. Delivery director, EU Exit Programme, Home Office. For public service (Lingfield, Surrey)

Allison Mackie Kennedy. Headteacher, Knightsridge Primary School, Livingston. For services to Education in West Lothian (Livingston, West Lothian)

Jane Hope Kennedy. Architect, Purcell UK. For services to Conservation Architecture (Norwich, Norfolk)

Laura Kiddoo. Senior Policy Adviser, HM Treasury. For services to EU Exit (London, London)

Samantha Clare King. Manager, Marine Environment, Natural England. For services to Marine Conservation (Worthing, East Sussex)

Professor Cheryl Ann Lenney. Chief Nurse, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing and Midwifery (Chorley, Lancashire)

Juliet Madeline Mabey. Publisher. For services to Publishing (Oxford, Oxfordshire)

Kirsten Nicola MacKey. Managing director, Citizenship and Consumer Affairs, Barclays UK. For services to Financial Services and Young People (Fleet, Hampshire)

Olivia Ruth Marks-Woldman. Chief executive, Holocaust Memorial Day Trust. For services to Holocaust and Genocide Education and Commemoration (London, London) 

Dr Carol Marsh. Deputy head of Electronics Engineering, Leonardo. For services to Diversity and Inclusion in Electronic Engineering (Edinburgh, Edinburgh)

Sally Margaret McGregor (Grantham Mcgregor). Emeritus Professor of Child Health and Nutrition, Institute of Child Health, University College London. For services to Early Childhood Development in Developing Countries (London, London)

Dr Lucy Katrina McLeay. Programme director, Euratom Exit Programme, Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. For services to Energy Policy (London, London)

Carol Lesley O’Brien. Formerly Board Member, Road Haulage Association. For services to Diversity and Inclusion in the Transport Industry (Haworth, West Yorkshire)

Dr Deborah Antoinette O’Neil. Chief executive Officer, Novabiotics Ltd. For services to Biotechnology, Business and charity (Inverurie, Aberdeenshire)

Muyiwa Olarewaju. Gospel Singer. For services to Music (London, London)

Julie Oldham, MBE. Head of Library and Museum Services, Bolton Council. For services to Public Libraries (Bolton, Greater Manchester)

Alison Paul. Headteacher, Brimble Hill Special School, Swindon. For services to Education (Swindon, Wiltshire)

Sara Victoria Protheroe. Chief Customer Officer, Pension Protection Fund. For services to Pensioners (Brighton, East Sussex)

Professor Sheena Elizabeth Radford. Astbury Professor of Biophysics, University of Leeds. For services to Molecular Biology Research (Wetherby, West Yorkshire)

Charlotte Helen Ramsden. Strategic director for People, Salford City Council. For services to Children in Greater Manchester (Manchester, Greater Manchester)

Nicola Rees-Lamb (Norman). Acting chief executive, Women’s Aid Federation of England. For services to the Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls (Bristol, Bristol)

Philippa Charlotte Grace Saunders. Assistant private secretary to the Prime Minister, 10 Downing Street. For services to British Trade Policy (London, London)

Professor Gillian Louise Schofield. Professor, Child and Family Social Work, University of East Anglia. For services to Children and Families (Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk)

Professor Nilay Shah, FREng. Professor of Chemical Engineering, Imperial College London. For services to the Decarbonisation of the UK Economy (London, London)

Anant Meghji Pethraj Shah. For services to Education, Health and Animal Welfare (London, London)

Dr Nicola Sharp-Jeffs. Founder, Surviving Economic Abuse. For services to Victims of Domestic and Economic Abuse (Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex)

Professor Sally Ann Shearer. Executive director of Nursing, Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing (Grantham, Lincolnshire)

Fayann Louise Veronica Simpson. Group Board Member and Chair, Resident Services Group, London and Quadrant Housing Association. For services to Tenants in Social Housing (London, London)

Margaret Joyce Simpson. Director general, Rail Freight Group. For services to the Rail Freight Sector (London, London)

Helen Mary Simpson. Trustee, St Martin-in-the-Fields Charity. For services to charity (Thirsk, North Yorkshire)

Tanja Harriet Smith. Technical director, Gradon Architecture. For services to Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Ryton, Tyne and Wear). 

Ruth Anne Stevenson. Faculty head of Performing Arts, Castlemilk High School. For services to Education in Glasgow (East Kilbride, Lanarkshire)

Mandie Stravino. For services to Education (West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire)

Professor Catherine Sudlow, FRSE. Professor of Neurology and Clinical Epidemiology, University of Edinburgh, director of BHF Data Science Centre, Health Data Research UK, and lately chief Scientist, UK Biobank. For services to Medical Research (Edinburgh, Edinburgh)

Janet Claire Thompson. Headteacher, Dorothy Goodman School, Hinckley. For services to Education (Badby, Northamptonshire)

Sian Elizabeth Thornhill. Director of Education, Harrow International Schools and Lately Executive Principal, Skinners’ Kent Academy Trust. For services to Education (London, London)

Kate Trenaman. Team Leader, Ministry of Defence. For services to Defence (London, London)

Barbara Kay Tudor. Victim Liaison manager, National Probation Service, HM Prison. For services to Victims of Crime (Coventry, West Midlands)

Lesley Anne Upton. Payments Technical Lead, HM Revenue and Customs. For public service (Glasgow, Glasgow)

Elizabeth Terese Vega. Group chief executive Officer, Informed Solutions. For services to International Trade and Digital Transformation (Wilmslow, Cheshire)

Professor Jackline Wahba. Professor of Economics, University of Southampton. For services to Economic Policy (Southampton, Hampshire)

Sally Anne Wainwright. For services to Writing and Television (Witney, Oxfordshire)

Dawn Jacinta Walton. For services to Theatre (London, London)

Sally Elizabeth Waples. Sexual Harassment and Personal Safety Lead, Women’s Network, Department for International Development. For services to Inclusion (London, London)

Maria Wardrobe. Formerly director of Communications and External Relations, National Energy Action. For services to Tackling Fuel Poverty (Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear)

Rebecca Jane Warren. For services to Art (London, London)

Professor Sheryl Dianne Watkins. Professor of Public Health Nursing, Cardiff University. For services to Nursing Education and Research (Usk, Gwent)

Dr Hannah Jill White. Deputy director, Institute for Government. For services to the Constitution (London, London)

Dr Lynne Wigens. Formerly chief Nurse, East of England Region, NHS England and NHS Improvement. For services to Nursing (Woodbridge, Suffolk)

Kathryn Charlotte Louise Willard. Formerly director, Stobart Group. For services to Transport and the Economy (Witherslack, Cumbria)

Professor Charlotte Williams. Professor of Inorganic Chemistry, University of Oxford. For services to Chemistry (Oxford, Oxfordshire)

Euryn Ogwen Williams. For services to Welsh Broadcasting (Barry, Vale of Glamorgan)

Gwyneth Williams. For services to Radio and Broadcasting (London, London)

Professor Lorna Margaret Woods. For services to Internet Safety Policy (Bures, Essex)

Sandra May Adair. For services to Volunteer Development, Management and Training in Northern Ireland (Lisburn, Co Antrim)

Bernice Suzanne Allport. Workplace Adjustment Team Leader, Civil Service Employee Policy, Cabinet Office. For services to Gender Equality (Wingerworth, Derbyshire)

Shanika Amarasekara. General Counsel, British Business Bank. For services to Business and the Economy (London, London)

June Angelides. For services to Women in Technology (London, London)

Robin Leslie Apps. For services to the community in the Borough of Tunbridge Wells, Kent (Tunbridge Wells, Kent)

Sophia Jane Archer, JP. Chair, Norfolk Family Panel and Norfolk Magistrates Association. For services to the Administration of Justice (Holt, Norfolk)

Darina Armstrong. Chief executive, Progressive Building Society. For services to Economic Development in Northern Ireland (Belfast, Belfast)

Maria Arpa. For services to Mediation (London, London)

Anne-Marie Bagnall. Children Looked After Champion, Education Authority. For services to Education in Northern Ireland (Maghaberry, Armagh)

Rashida Baig. Head of Service, London Borough of Croydon. For services to Child and Family Social Work and Race Equality (Slough, Berkshire)

Deborah Irene Barnett. Co-ordinator for Milk Bank Scotland. For services to Milk Bank Scotland and Infant Feeding (Glasgow, Glasgow)

Julie Marie Bennett. Children’s Rights and Participation manager, Liverpool City Council. For services to Looked After Children in Liverpool (Liverpool, Merseyside)

Nelly Ben-Or Clynes. Speaker and Author, Northwood Holocaust Memorial Day Education. For services to Holocaust Education (London, London)

Margaret Bibby. For services to the community in and around Chorley, Lancashire (Chorley, Lancashire)

Denise Gaye Blake-Roberts. Director and Curator, Wedgwood Museum Trust. For services to Heritage (Shrewsbury, Shropshire)

Professor Laura Bowater. Professor of Microbiology Education, University of East Anglia. For services to Research and Education in Anti-Microbial Resistance (Norwich, Norfolk) 

Laura Jane Brodie. Formerly Headteacher, Allens Croft Nursery School, Birmingham. For services to Early Education and Children with Special Educational Needs (Birmingham, West Midlands)

Kenneth Frederick Charles Bruce. For services to charity and the community in Larne, County Antrim (Titchfield, Hampshire)

Georgina Florence Bryan. Election Agent, Preseli Pembrokeshire, Conservative Party. For political and public service (Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire)

Elaine Buckland. For services to Music and charity (Welshpool, Powys)

Valerie Burrell-Walker. Fair Access manager, Croydon Council. For services to Education (London, London)

Margaret Louise Cameron. For services to the Samaritans and Suicide Prevention (Portishead, Bristol, Somerset)

Thea Elizabeth Campbell. Disability Employment Adviser, Department for Work and Pensions. For services to Customers with Physical and Mental Health Conditions in Essex (Braintree, Essex)

Natalie Denise Campbell. For services to Social Entrepreneurship and Business (London, London)

Marina Cantacuzino. Founder, The Forgiveness Project. For services to Victims of Trauma and Abuse (London, London)

Tracey Nichola Carter. Chief Nurse, West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust. For services to Nursing in the NHS (Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire)

Daryn Carter. Director and Programmer, Bristol Pride. For services to the LGBTQ+ community in Bristol (Bristol, Bristol) 

Emma Jane Elizabeth Chapman. Co-ordinator, In-Deep Community Task Force. For services to Preventing Isolation Among Older People and Children with Special Needs and their Families (London, London)

Yolande Christina Charles. Bassist. For services to Music (London, London)

Pamela Mary Chugg. For services to Women’s Golf (Cowbridge, South Glamorgan)

Gail Hyacinth Claxton-Parmel. For services to Dance and Art in Birmingham (Birmingham, West Midlands)

Kathleen Shirley Clegg. Formerly Chair, Official Prison Visitor Scheme, HM Prison Full Sutton. For services to Prisoners (Harrogate, North Yorkshire)

Madeleine Julie Margret Clements. Special Inspector, Bridgend Police. For services to Policing (Bridgend, Mid Glamorgan)

Dr Jane Lesley Clements. For services to Inter Faith and Community Cohesion (Bicester, Oxfordshire)

Khadija Buke Coll. For services to Diversity and Equality in Scotland (Glasgow, Glasgow)

Janet Corcoran. For services to People with Autism (Spalding, Lincolnshire)

Francis Edward Costello. Formerly Chair, Wigan and Leigh College. For services to Education (Billinge, Merseyside)

Glenys Irene Cour. For services to the Visual Arts in Wales (Swansea, West Glamorgan)

Cressida Cowell. For services to Children’s Literature (London, London)

Kimberly Cram. Project director, Macquarie Group. For services to Sustainable Energy Solutions (London, London)

Alison Cresswell. Formerly head of Participation and Education Services, Stockport Borough Council. For services to Education, Training and Apprenticeships (Congleton, Cheshire)

Linda Crichton. For services to the Waste and Recycling Sector (Wheatley, Oxfordshire) 

Julia Margaret Cross. For services to Taekwon-Do (South Queensferry, Edinburgh) 

Joanne Jane Curry. For charitable service in North East England (North Shields, Tyne and Wear) 

Linda Marie Davies. For services to Education and the NHS in North London (London, London)

Clair Ann Davies. Principal, Appletree Treatment Centre. For services to Apprenticeships and Traumatised Children (Wrayton, Lancashire) 

The Venerable Rachel Hannah Eileen Davies. Founder, Tir Dewi. For services to Farming in West Wales (Pencader, Dyfed)

Ellen Kerry Davis. For services to Holocaust Education (Swansea, West Glamorgan)

Jill Elizabeth Dawson. Safety Officer, Chelsea Football Club. For services to Safety at Sporting Events (London, London) 

Elizabeth Dixon. Restorative Practice manager, London Community Rehabilitation Company. For services to Justice (London, London)

Marcia Theresa Dixon. For services to Inter Faith Relations (London, London) 

Erskine Decourtney Douglas. Accredited Counter Fraud Specialist and head of Accounts Payable, Department of Health and Social Care. For services to Finance (London, London) 

Fiona Ann May Drouet. Founder, #emilytest. For services to Tackling Gender Based Violence (Glasgow, Glasgow) 

Alison Edgar. Managing director, Sales Coaching Solutions. For services to Entrepreneurship and Small Business (Chippenham, Wiltshire) 

Reanne Evans. For services to Women’s Snooker (Dudley, West Midlands)

Shirley Ann Faichen. Manager, Alverbridge Nursery, Gosport. For services to Education (Gosport, Hampshire)

Ellen Marie Falkner. For services to Lawn Bowls (Kettering, Northamptonshire) 

Susan Anne Fawcus. Regional Resettlement Co-ordinator, South East Strategic Partnership for Migration. For services to Refugees (Martin, Kent) 

Kadija George (Sesay). Literary Activist, Editor and Publisher. For services to Publishing (Haywards Heath, West Sussex)

Karen Moriel Cecile Gibson. Choir conductor. For services to Music (London, London)

Manjit Kaur Gill. Founder, Binti. For services to the Provision of Menstrual Products to Women in Developing Countries, the UK and the US (Weybridge, Surrey)

Fiona Gwynedd Giraud. Director, Midwifery and Women’s Services, Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. For services to Midwifery and Women’s Services in Wales (Porthmadog, Gwynedd)

Suzanne Gooch. HR director, Home Office. For public service and for services to Cancer Sufferers (Ashtead, Surrey)

Pushkala Gopal. Dance Teacher. For services to South Asian Dance (Chigwell, Essex) 

Angela Mary Gorman. Founder, Life for African Mothers. For charitable services to Expectant Mothers in Africa (Cardiff, South Glamorgan) 

Caroline Vanessa Grant. For services to Music, Media and charity (London, London) 

Debra Jane Gray. Principal, Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education. For services to Education (Dronfield, Derbyshire)

Emily Jocelyn Gray. Formerly Deputy head, Girls’ Education Team, Department For International Development. For services to Tackling Sexual Harassment Issues (Glasgow, Glasgow) 

Jayne Edith Griffiths. Community Champion, Tesco Stores Ltd. For services to Business and the community in Llandrindod Wells, Powys (Llandrindod Wells, Powys) 

Hilda Margaret Gwilliams. Chief Nurse, Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing in the NHS (Liverpool, Merseyside)

Karen Eastham Hadfield. Governance and Assurance manager, Change Portfolio Management Office, Department for Work and Pensions. For public services and to the community in Wishaw, Lanarkshire (Overtown, Wishaw, Lanarkshire) 

Diana Lesley Hampson. For services to Higher Education and the community in Greater Manchester (Manchester, Greater Manchester)

Jacqueline Monica Harland. Speech and Language Therapist, ARC Pathway. For services to Children with Special Educational Needs (Brighton, East Sussex) 

Linda Harvey. Headteacher, Beaumont Primary School. For services to Education (London, London)

Sarah Louise Haslam. Chief Engineer, Ford Motor Company Ltd. For services to Engineering and the Promotion of STEM Careers for Women (Leigh-on-Sea, Essex)

Marianna Hay. Founder and Artistic director, Orchestras For All. For services to Music Education (Woodstock, Oxfordshire) 

Rita Hindocha-Morjaria. Executive Principal and director of Secondary Education, Mead Educational Trust. For services to Education (Leicester, Leicestershire) 

Kobna Holdbrook-Smith. Actor. For services to Drama (London, London)

Dr Paula Jane Holt. Pro vice-Chancellor Dean, University of Derby. For services to Education (Ashbourne, Derbyshire) 

Dr Rebecca Hoskins. Nurse consultant, University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Emergency Nursing Care (Bristol, Bristol) 

Samantha Hunt. Volunteer, Survivors Fund, Holocaust Educational Trust, Remembering Srebrenica. For services to Holocaust and Genocide Education (Sandhurst, Berkshire)

Julia Ann Hunt. Formerly director of Nursing, James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing (Great Yarmouth, Norfolk)

Isobel Hunter. Chief executive, Libraries Connected. For services to Public Libraries (London, London) 

Ann Ingram. Administrator, Ladybird Developmental Playgroup. For services to Children with Disabilities in Moray (Lossiemouth, Moray) 

Sarah Lucy Jackson. Headteacher and Founder, Parayhouse School, Hammersmith. For services to Children and Young People with Special Educational Needs (London, London)

Lucy Amanda Jewson. Founder, Frugi. For services to Ethical Clothing Design (Constantine, Cornwall)

Lisa Marie Johnson. For services to Survivors of Domestic Abuse (Bristol, Bristol) 

Susan Jill Jones. Head of Nursery, Fort Hill Integrated Primary, Lisburn. For services to Pre-School and Primary Integrated Education (Banbridge, Co Down) 

Jessica Leigh Jones. For services to Women in Engineering in Wales (Southerndown, Vale of Glamorgan)

Huw Glyn Jones. For services to the Economy in Wales (Denbigh, Clwyd) 

Dr Hilary Robert Jones. For services to Broadcasting, Public Health Information and Charity (Edenbridge, Kent) 

Allison Kemp. Managing director, A.I.M Commercial Services Ltd. For services to Transport and Logistics (Belper, Derbyshire) 

Julie Dawn Kent. Founder, The Emily Kent Charitable Trust. For services to charity (Cheltenham, Gloucestershire)

Farrah Khan. Head, Service Delivery, Children’s Services, Leeds City Council. For services to Children and Families (Wakefield, West Yorkshire) 

Rosemary Jane Kimber. For services to the community in Potton, Bedfordshire (Potton, Bedfordshire)

Lady Zahava Kohn. For services to Holocaust Education (London, London)

Parminder Kaur Kondral. Co-ordinator, UK Sikh Healthcare Chaplaincy. For services to the Sikh community (Ilford, Essex) 

Professor Margaret Jayne Lawrence. Head, Division of Pharmacy and Optometry, University of Manchester. For services to Pharmaceutical Research (Ashford, Kent) 

Yvonne Aba Paintowa Lawson. Chief executive Officer, Godwin Lawson Foundation. For services to Tackling Knife and Gang Crime in London (London, London)  

Lisa Anne Lawson. Founder and chief executive, Dear Green Coffee. For services to Business and the community in Glasgow (Glasgow, Glasgow)

Jeffrey Harvey Leader. Director, Pikuach. For services to Education (Buckhurst Hill, Essex) 

Jane Elizabeth Leech. Member, Independent Monitoring Boards. For services to Monitoring the Immigration Detention Estate (Bedford, Bedfordshire) 

Janice Lever. Creator and director, Jigsaw PSHE. For services to Education (Holsworthy, Devon) 

Sophie Elizabeth Livingstone. Chair, Little Village. For services to charity (London, London)

Carole Lovstrom. For voluntary service to Social Mobility in Government (London, London)

Helen Patricia Luddington. Director, West Bridgford Out of School Clubs and The Playroom Nursery. For services to Children and Families in Nottingham (Aislaby, North Yorkshire)

Geraldine Lundy. For services to Aviation Accessibility (Redhill, Surrey)

Donna Lynas. Director, Wysing Arts Centre. For services to the Arts (Waterbeach, Cambridgeshire) 

Julie Phillips. Formerly head Coach, St Tydfils Gymnastics Club, Merthyr Tydfil. For services to Gymnastics in Wales (Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan)

Jennifer Elizabeth Pike. For services to Classical Music (London, London)

Jennifer Claire Pitt. Admin Clerk, SF Support Group. For public service (Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan)

Patricia Mary Plumbridge. For services to the community in Newlyn, Cornwall (Newlyn, Cornwall)

Helen Jean Pollard. Consultant, Institute of Physics. For services to Physics Education (Stamford, Lincolnshire)

Irene Pollard. For services to People with Disabilities and their Families in Inverclyde (Greenock, Renfrewshire) 

Gloria Joycelin Pottinger. Foster Carer. For services to Children and Young People in the London Borough of Southwark (London, London)

Aline Teresa Poulter. Operations manager, Surrey Heath Borough Council. For services to Vulnerable and Older People (Bagshot, Surrey) 

Councillor Susan Myfanwy Prochak. Member, Rother District Council. For services to the community in Robertsbridge Parish, East Sussex (Robertsbridge, East Sussex) 

Tamara Rajah. For services to Technology and Entrepreneurship (London, London) 

Rosalind Read-Leah. Founder, Domestic Abuse Charter, Department for Transport. For services to Civil Servants experiencing Domestic Abuse (Sittingbourne, Kent)

Bethan Sian Reece. Mental Health Ally. For services to the Administration of Justice (Flint, Clwyd) 

Madelaine Reid. For services to Girlguiding and the community in the London Borough of Sutton (Wallington, Surrey) 

Margaret Elizabeth Robertson. Musical director, Hjaltibonhoga, the Shetland Fiddlers of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. For services to Traditional Scottish Music (Falkirk, Stirling and Falkirk)

Professor Helen Dawn Rodd. Professor and consultant, Paediatric Dentistry, University of Sheffield, School of Clinical Dentistry. For services to Young People and NHS Leadership (Hope Valley, South Yorkshire)

Therese Rogan. For services to Disadvantaged Young People in Northern Ireland (Banbridge, Co Down)

Ann Rowlands. For services to the community in Derbyshire (Derby, Derbyshire)

Josie Rudman. Chief Nurse, Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. For services to Nursing, Patient Experience and Patient Safety (Lutton, Northamptonshire)

Kimberley Bottomley. For services to the community in Clerkenwell, London (Warlingham, Surrey)

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How Artificial Intelligence is Being Used in Education

Words Hannah George

The education system as we know it is slowly on the path of a change that will revolutionise how students are taught. Artificial intelligence is allowing teaching and learning to become more flexible, personalised and efficient. Read more if you want to know some of the changes that have already begun!

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Global Access For Students 

Artificial intelligence has opened the door for world-wide access to education resulting in global classrooms online to those who speak in other languages. One of the tools that can be used for this is Presentation Translator which provides subtitles in real time as the teacher is speaking - it also provides audio responses. This is effective for lectures and presentations, study groups and parent-teacher conferences.

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Automated Administrative Tasks

As you already know, teachers spend a huge amount of time grading homework and tests, however AI can assist and speed up this process by working out the grades - soon they will be able to mark written responses. Additionally it will not be long before AI does all of the administrative tasks, create effective and efficient enrolment and admission processes. This will leave teachers with a lot more time to focus on each student.

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Personalised and Individual Learning

One thing that all educators would love to do is to adjust their lessons for each student to ensure they all learn to the best of their own abilities instead of making it general. AI will allow a degree of differentiation. There are companies such as Carnegie Learning who are currently developing intelligent instruction design and digital platforms that use AI. This will help with learning, testing and feedback to students that gives them the challenges they are ready for, identifies gaps in knowledge and redirects to new topics when appropriate. The solution to customise the curriculum for every student has not been found yet, but it will be possible soon for AI-powered machines.  

Hannah George - Online Editor

London Craft Week

Words Shemaiah Heckman

London Craft Week is back with a 10-day programme celebrating the capital's emerging and established craftspeople, designers, makers and brands, with more than 250 events running from 30th September to 10th October. Shemaiah Heckman shares with us some great picks for the most unmissable free events happening in Mayfair, Chelsea, Kings Cross & Online.

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What's On: 

300 Objects: An Inaugural Exhibition For Modern Day Patrons, Piccadilly 

30th September - 10th October, 11:00-17:00am - Quadrant Arcade, 82 Regent Street, W1B

This exhibition celebrates Britain's most exciting emerging makers and established artists. Guest curated by industry leaders such as Martin Brudnizki, Alice Fisher, Yinka Appiagyei and Kusheda Mensah - All of the pieces in the exhibition will be available for purchase. 

Coal Drops Yard Series, Kings Cross 

Taking a lead spot with eight events running through Kings Cross shopping complex, Coal Drops Yard is back for a second year with an exciting schedule. With Artists such as Vic Wright showing off her beguiling nature-inspired sculptures and Shelter's 'boutique' exhibition, a collaboration with conceptual Artist Jo Cope showcasing 10 pairs of shoes inspired by the stories of people who have faced homelessness.

Artisan Chelsea Series, Kensington & Chelsea 

From the stylish boutiques of Kings Road to the artisan shops of Pavilion Road, design and craft have always been very much at home in Chelsea. This LCW in Chelsea, 9 different brands will be showcasing their skills through live workshops and demonstrations. This is definitely one not to miss! All events in this series are free however, you can also learn to sew face masks at The Fashion School for £45. 

Gun-Finishing demonstration at Purdey (Online) 

1st October, 16:00pm-17:00pm

Purdey has been hand-crafting shotguns and rifles for more than two centuries, with each bespoke build taking up to 24 months to complete. See the intricate process at work in a live streaming of James Purdey & Son's Flegate Mews headquarters, where craftsman Tom Nicholls will demonstrate gun-finishing techniques and teach viewers how to chequer on a piece of walnut wood. 

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Create Day Global Initiative (Online)

10th October

Create day, from the team behind London Craft Week. A digital programme hosted on created.org where gifted artists-makers-designers in our midst will be celebrated, some famous, others not so known but all world class. Creators from the UK and across the world will open their studios, factories, workshops, kitchens, homes, colleges and community spaces to share their imagination and skill with a global audience. Don't miss out! Find out more via the website.

Art Tour at Belmont Cadogan Hotel 

(Free) Email emma.wylde@belmond.com to book a space. 

Visit Belmond Cadogan Hotel for a dedicated tour to view many of the original pieces on display throughout the hotel by different British Artists. Discover not only the Artwork but the craftsmanship and original details found throughout the historical property. Over 430 pieces of original artwork, 34 Artists and 23 female artists. The Art Collection inspired by botanicals, linking to Cadogan Place Gardens and the local area of Chelsea.

Craft Matters at Cox London 

1st October 18:00-20:00, London Craft Week Website.

The pre-recorded conversation celebrating the wide spectrum of traditional crafts housed in their London workshops. 

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Roksanda and J&M Davidson on Mount Street, Mayfair

Free and on display throughout LCW; Roksanda, 9 Mount Street, Mayfair, W1K 3NG; J&M Davidson, 104 Mount Street, Mayfair, London W1K 2TL 

Roksanda will be hosting a collection of work by British artist and ceramicist Emily Buck, who is known for her hand-built stoneware sculpture, as well as sinuous art pieces by British Nigerian designer Mimi Shodeinde to celebrate LCW. Leathergoods expert J&M Davidson is also presenting basketry by American weaver Melinder West on Mount Street. 

Luca Faloni: Crafted In Italy 

30th September - 8th October 2020 10:00am - 19:00pm W1J 9EU 

Luca Faloni is an Italian heritage brand using the finest materials crafted by skilled artisans in Italy. You won't want to miss out on this opportunity to see their latest collection founded on the principles of style and quality refined over generations. 

A Celebration Of Craftsmanship From Wales With First Of March 

6th October, 18:30-19:45 (Online) 

Luxury online marketplace 'First Of March' dedicated to showing the exquisite craftsmanship of Wales with the world will be displaying pieces and sharing stories in their exclusive digital event.

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Navigating the World of Work During a Pandemic

Words Oyin Alaka

Everyone has mixed feelings when it comes to finding a job with or without a pandemic! However, there is always something that we can learn from our experiences. Freelance writer Oyinola Alaka tells us how we can navigate the world of work with a positive mindset.

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Speaking from personal experience, after I resigned from my previous role in February, I braced myself for the job hunt ahead. I knew there would be an endless amount of 15000-character answers to, “Explain what makes you suitable for this position.” Thankfully, having been in the job-seeker position before, I knew there was a light at the end of the tunnel. On the 23rd March, when Boris Johnson announced the lockdown, everything seemed unreal but, at least we would all get more time in bed. I mean, going out is nice but nothing tops laying in bed. I was not going to argue with Mr Johnson’s decision. 

After a week or so of being in bed, I remembered that I am still in need of a job. So, I made an attempt to resume to the usual means by which I look for jobs. This was fruitless and I felt defeated. For months, I saw the same jobs that I had applied for before lockdown measures had been implemented. I understood the importance of social distancing but had not considered how this would affect the workforce. Seeking understanding, like any thrill-seeking individual, I looked on Google. The unemployment rate in the United Kingdom, as of May to July had increased. Furthermore, the number of young people in employment had decreased. Naturally I became worried. 

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Like the millennial I am, I went onto social media for consolation. Although social media can be a dark place at times, it can be particularly helpful. I was consoled with the idea that any job is great whilst in a pandemic. Whether you’re in a low-paid job or the highest-paying job, it is truly a privilege to be working during a pandemic. Most importantly, the many who are not in employment are being constrained by the current economic climate due to the pandemic. So, I got a job at a supermarket. I’d love to say I was trying to be a COVID hero but, I was truly scared of being labelled ‘unemployed’. I cannot speak enough about the transition from working in an office 9-5 p.m., to working back in retail 4-8 a.m.… Retail – the industry I had sworn from going back to after my first job after graduation. 

The transition, from an office to retail, takes real mental strength and humility. I quickly learned that I had none of the two. I felt like letting everyone know that I did not belong in Retail and had academic accolades to prove this. Does this constitute Imposter Syndrome? Knowing I could not do this for various reasons, such as it being strange and unnecessary, I saw a real change in my mental health. For the first time in forever, going out was not an option for me to relieve the stress. I had to deal with it head on. My first solution was delving into online courses. Knowing that I did want to enter the Human Resources sector, I instantly looked into courses to enhance my very little knowledge of it. Of course, after completing 3 courses during lockdown, I knew this was a temporary solution to the stress and sadness I was experiencing because of my career position. 

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I found that since I was more-so extremely sad that I could not speak about me being “overqualified” for retail, I would write about it instead. I started a personal blog. Writing, unlike at university, became a release for me. I was unconcerned about the lack of engagement. I just did not want to feel sad about working in retail. When I started, I was excited about the 4 viewers of my blog (I’m pretty sure that all 4 of these views were myself). I also noticed that I was making friends at work. The more I wrote, the more I felt like I could speak to my colleagues about whatever, without the emotional baggage I was able to release in my blog post.  

Speaking to people made me realise three things. 1) Retail attracts different calibre of people for different reasons - from boredom, a second income to insomnia. 2) I was not the only one that was “overqualified” for retail. I found people who had left better jobs than the one I had previously been in. 3) You cannot be overqualified for a job where you lack experience – there is always room to learn new skills. This humbled me. 

Not to sound cliché, I may not have learned these things if it wasn’t for lockdown. Yes, it is extremely difficult to navigate the world of work during a pandemic. However, whichever role you are able to obtain during a pandemic will teach you something whilst adding monetary value.

Oyin Alaka - Freelance Writer

Opportunity to Innovate

Words Lola Ayoola

As devastating as the COVID-19 pandemic has been for the entire world, it has changed the trajectory of many tech companies as well as created new opportunities to innovate in ways that haven’t been thought of before. Software developer, Lola Ayoola, gives us insight into a few of the new innovations.

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Zoom and Slack are just two of the companies who have boomed during the pandemic as the demand for their services increased drastically, adding billions to their worth in just a few months. As employers had to have staff work from home these services become the bases of communication within many businesses. As normal life changed for the world, it sparked a new set of creative and innovative game changers to push out new technology. 

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Robotics have become an invaluable technology during the pandemic as social distancing became our greatest weapon against the spread of COVID-19. Robots have made a big move from being used in controlled environments to now being more trusted and relied upon in uncontrolled settings, not to mention they have been on the frontline’s helping key workers. We have seen robots with ultraviolet lights disinfecting hospitals, delivering food and transporting samples. They have become invaluable assistants to workers and business. The pandemic has pushed the use and trust of robots into the mainstream whereas pre-pandemic there was a fear of automation, taking jobs and disrupting industries. We have seen that not only does provide safer working solutions but is a tool for efficiency and not a hindrance.

Artificial intelligence is another technology that has seen a great push in innovation because of the pandemic. Straight away AI was used as a tool to detect COVID-19 by picking up the visual markers of the virus on a person. Chinese internet search engine Baidu used AI to develop a system that uses infrared and facial recognition to scan 200 faces per minute as a way to keep up with the spread of the virus. AI has proved as a valuable tool and is being innovated at a faster pace than ever before.

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The healthcare system was pushed to its limits with the need for masks and other protective gear as well as healthcare equipment such as ventilators becoming scarce overnight. 3D printing has risen as a way to increase production of these essential things with different manufacturers joining forces to address the supply of protective gear and healthcare equipment. 3D printing has also provided new products needed specifically for this new COVID-19 world like plastic door handle adapters which allow people to open doors hands free. This has been made free by the Belgian 3D printing company who designed it to be used by anyone. Overall technology has been pushed into a new arena of innovation where health is at the forefront of problem solving.

Lola Ayoola - Software Developer