Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander has congratulated all those Scots recognised in His Majesty’s Birthday Honours list. Paying tribute to the breadth of individuals honoured, from sporting legends to community volunteers, Mr Alexander said:
I am delighted to congratulate all those Scots who have been recognised in His Majesty’s Birthday Honours.
With Scotland qualifying for the World Cup for the first time in decades, it is particularly fitting that Scottish footballing legend Lou Macari has been recognised by His Majesty. Macari won 24 caps for Scotland, including in the doomed 1978 Argentina campaign – we all hope for a better result this time.
Scotland’s vibrant education, science and energy sectors are well represented. I’m particularly pleased to see Scotland’s renewables and nuclear energy expertise recognised – as our nation leads our drive to clean power.
The list is a testament to the extraordinary difference that ordinary people make in their communities every day. It recognises those who give so much of themselves in service to others. Scotland is fortunate to have so many remarkable people working quietly and tirelessly to make it a better place, and it is right that we take this moment to celebrate them.