Honour for services to motorsport

David Richards co-founded Prodrive in 1984

A leading figure in the world of motorsport has been made a CBE in the Queen's New Year list.

David Richards, director of the Brackley-based Prodrive, has been honoured for his services to the sport.

Since the business was co-founded by Mr Richards in 1984, it has won more than 100 international rallies and six world rally championship titles.

Carol Bernard, of Northampton, is also made a CBE for services to the National Probation Service.

MBEs

Acting Major Derek Maurice Andrews, of Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland Army Cadet Force.

Glynis Bliss, of Earls Barton, for services to Victim Support Service.

Bruce Grantham, of Northampton, for services to education.