Helen Nellis was awarded the CVO (Commander of the Royal Victorian Order) by HM The Queen in her final Birthday Honours List during the Platinum Jubilee Year in 2022 for exceptional services to the monarch and to the country.
Helen was presented with the honour by King Charles III at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, accompanied by her husband Professor Joseph Nellis and her children.
On receiving the honour Helen said: “It was a great privilege to serve our Queen and the County of Bedfordshire for eleven years. It was a privilege to accept this honour from HM the King on behalf of every person in Bedfordshire who works to build a kinder and fairer society where all can feel valued and have the opportunity to thrive.”
Susan Lousada, HM Lord-Lieutenant of Bedfordshire, said: “This is a richly deserved recognition for a lovely lady who has given 11 years of selfless service to Bedfordshire. Congratulations Helen, I am so pleased for you and your family.”
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