British Empire Award for parish volunteer
BBCA man from Guernsey who has dedicated "thousands of personal hours" to parish upkeep while supporting vulnerable parishioners has been presented with a British Empire Award.
Ben Gregg's award follows "25 years of exemplary, selfless and wholly voluntary service" to St Martin and the wider bailiwick community, said the Office of the Lieutenant-Governor.
His Excellency Lt Gen Sir Richard Cripwell said: "Mr Gregg's sustained commitment, practical leadership, and tireless work ethic have left an enduring legacy for not only the parish and its parishioners but Guernsey as a whole.
"It is an honour to present him with a British Empire Award on behalf of the king."
Elected as a douzenier in 1999 and subsequently appointed dean of the douzaine in 2015, Gregg became known for his "deep understanding of parish law, procedure and governance", the Lieutenant-Governor's office said.
Acting with "diligence and integrity", he earned a reputation as a "calm and effective mediator", it added.
Gregg used his practical and woodwork skills to repair and improve infrastructure, construct footpaths and restore existing cliff countryside routes.
He also oversaw "the responsible and compassionate distribution of relief funds to vulnerable parishioners".
It noted he was a regular volunteer minibus driver for Age Concern and a "dedicated supporter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society".
The British Empire Award award was established by King George V in 1917 to recognize non-combative war service and contributions to the arts, sciences, charitable work, and public service.
Today, it honours people from all walks of life for their merit, service, or bravery.
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