First Minister congratulates New Years honours recipients  

First Minister Rt Hon Peter D Robinson MP, MLA has extended congratulations to those local people who were included in Her Majesty the Queen’s New Year Honours list published today.

The minister said: “These honours reflect the dedication and service given to our society by so many individuals and are a fitting reward for their sterling efforts.

“I would like to take this opportunity to extend my congratulations to all those from Northern Ireland who have been included in Her Majesty’s New Year Honours list.”

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New Year 2009 Honours List - Northern Ireland

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