Council Confers Honorary Freedom of the Borough
Surrey Heath Borough Council is delighted to confer the prestigious honorary Freedom of the Borough on six remarkable individuals and organisations, in recognition of their outstanding contributions to our community.
The Mayor of Surrey Heath, Councillor Sarbie Kang said; “The Freedom of the Borough is the highest civic recognition we can bestow, and it is my great privilege to confer this honour."
This special recognition is made even more meaningful as the council comes to the end of the period celebrating its 50 years of service to residents.
At the Extraordinary meeting of Council held 23 October 2024, the following Civic Honours were awarded:
Camberley Care, in recognition of 50 years of volunteering within the community in support of the elderly, disabled and vulnerable members of the borough.
Mr Ken Clarke, in recognition of his public service to the borough as a police officer, and as a local historian for his work to promote the history of Surrey Heath.
Maureen Hume, in recognition of her essential service to the community, working tirelessly in support of local people with dementia and their carers, as founder and chair of the Camberley Alzheimer's Café.
Karen Jackson, in recognition of her essential service to the community as founder and Chair of Chloe's and Sophie's Special Ears Fund Charity, in support of local deaf children to give an everlasting positive impact to brighten their lives at home and in school.
Mary Keys, in recognition of her extensive public services to education as a Head Teacher and Governor and an educational researcher, and her services to charity as a volunteer and trustee for the Home Start and Frimley Fuel Allotment Charities.
Miss Alexandra Matthews, in recognition of her International Rugby Career and her service in support of the development of community sport within the borough.
The Mayor of Surrey Heath, Councillor Sarbie Kang continued; “Their impact on our borough is lasting and profound, reminding us all of the power of community and selfless service as we look toward a bright future together.”