403 people recognised in honours list
The Chief Executive has awarded 403 people in this year’s Honours List in recognition of their significant contributions to Hong Kong.
Five people - Executive Council Non-official Member and lawmaker Jeffrey Lam, Polytechnic University former President Prof Poon Chung-kwong, Timothy Fok, Lam Shuk-yee and Sze Chi-ching - received the Grand Bauhinia Medal.
Ten people received the Gold Bauhinia Star, 28 the Silver Bauhinia Star and 41 the Bronze Bauhinia Star.
Meanwhile, Ho Siu-fai was awarded the Medal for Bravery (Bronze) for courageously confronting the suspect of a murder case at Plaza Hollywood in Diamond Hill on June 2. The Chief Executive also wished to thank four citizens for their unreserved assistance in rescuing the victims immediately at the scene by awarding them the Chief Executive's Commendation for Community Service.
The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region search and rescue team deployed to carry out seach and rescue operations in Türkiye's earthquake-stricken areas in February have been awarded the Chief Executive's Commendation for Government/Public Service.
The awards presentation ceremony will be held later this year.
Additionally, the Chief Executive has appointed a total of 65 people as Justices of the Peace.