London Mayor knighted by King Charles
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has been knighted by King Charles for his outstanding services that included Khan's efforts for improving London's air quality, provision of free school meals, and increase in council housing.
Despite the recognition, Khan faced fierce criticism from senior Conservative politicians, alongside a mammoth petition that amassed 220,000 signatures, aiming to prevent the knighthood.
The announcement of Khan's knighthood was made on December 30, 2024, in the New Year's Honours list.
Despite the backlash, which included nearly 30 petitions being submitted to revoke the honor, the Mayor's knighthood proceeded without change.
In defence of Khan, Foreign Secretary David Lammy expressed pride in the UK's ability to elevate individuals from humble beginnings, noting Khan's rise from being the son of a bus driver to a knight.
Lammy also acknowledged Khan's efforts to improve London's air quality, provide free school meals, and increase council housing.
Khan, reflecting on the honour, expressed his gratitude on social media, emphasising the journey from growing up on a council estate to becoming Mayor of London.
Taking his X handle, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan tweeted, "The London promise: if you work hard, and get a helping hand, you can achieve anything."
"Immensely proud to receive a knighthood from His Majesty The King. Growing up on a council estate in Tooting, I never imagined I'd one day receive this great honour while serving as Mayor," he added.
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