Both Channel Island Lieutenant-Governors receive knighthoods in King's Birthday Honours list

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The Jersey and Guernsey representatives of the British monarch will receive Knighthoods for their service to the islands.
The Bailiwicks' Lieutenant-Governors are among 12 people from the Channel Islands named in The King's Birthday Honours list.
The Bailiff of Guernsey, Sir Richard McMahon, says the number of recipients is a "bumper crop", adding the awards recognise "the impact each has made for the benefit of the communities of the Bailiwick".
Guernsey's Lieutenant-Governor - Lieutenant General Richard Cripwell - will be made a Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE) for services to the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
Lieutenant General Cripwell told ITV News: "I have no idea when I'll be receiving it or who I'll be receiving it from, but I'll just be happy to receive this award from whichever royal holds the ceremony."
Jersey's Lieutenant-Governor - His Excellency Vice Admiral Jerry Kyd - will also receive a KBE, having served in the role since October 2022.
Vice Admiral Kyd said: "I am truly honoured and delighted to receive a Knighthood in this year's King's Birthday Honours list.
"My wife, Karen and I have been bowled over by the warmth of islanders and how special Jersey is. It is a complete honour to continue to serve His Majesty and the people of Jersey."
The other islanders awarded Honours are as follows:
Jersey:
Ian Gallichan is awarded an OBE for services to the community as Chief Executive of Andium Homes.
Jurat Collette Crill is awarded an MBE for services to justice, human rights and the community.
James Mews is awarded an MBE for services to the community as chairman of Music in Action.
Sarah Haycock is awarded a BEM for services to the community through the Teenage Cancer Trust.
Guernsey:
Douglas Perkins is awarded a CBE for services to business and trade as the co-founder and Chair of Specsavers.
Major Marco Ciotti is awarded an LVO for services as the Secretary and Aide-de-Camp (ADC) for the Lieutenant-Governor.
Jurat Neil Hunter is awarded an MBE for services to Alderney as a Jurat for more than 15 years.
Joanne Priaulx is awarded an MBE for services to neonatal care in Guernsey, founding the Priaulx Premature Baby Foundation in 2003.
Dr Stephen Brennand Roper is awarded an MBE for services to healthcare in Guernsey.
Jon Le Page is awarded The King's Fire Service Medal after serving as Guernsey's Chief Fire Officer for 33 years.
What the different awards mean:
Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE)
The second-highest grade of honour a person can receive, the Knighthood is awarded for outstanding public service. The recipient gains the prefix of 'Sir'.
Commander of the British Empire (CBE)
Awarded to those with a leading role in regional affairs through achievement or service to the community, or a highly distinguished, innovative contribution in his or her area of activity.
Awarded for distinguished achievement or service to the community in any field, including notable practitioners known nationally.
Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE)
Awarded for an outstanding achievement or service to the community that has a long-term, significant impact and stands out as an example to others.
British Empire Medal (BEM)
Awarded for a 'hands-on' service to the local community. This could be a long-term charitable or voluntary activity, or innovative work that has made a significant difference.
Established by Queen Victoria in 1896 as a personal award to recognise 'distinguished personal service' to the Monarch and her household.
Introduced in 1954, the medal is awarded to members of the fire services for distinguished service or gallantry.
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