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The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. But the Monaco-based driver was reportedly previously overlooked for the top honour amid questions about his tax arrangements. Sir Jeffrey Donaldson MP, chair of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Formula 1, told BBC Sport it is "the right time to do this". "I race in 19 different countries, so I earn my money in 20 different places and I pay tax in several different places, and I pay a lot here as well. "With his record-breaking season this year, we believe now is the right time to do this.". Seven-time Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton officially became a "Sir" on Wednesday after Queen Elizabeth II knighted him. Analysis and opinion from the BBC's chief Formula 1 writer. Hamilton, who lives in Monaco, has faced scrutiny in the past over his tax arrangements, but has previously defended himself against criticism by saying that he pays "a lot" of tax in the UK. Lewis Hamilton knighted. Restaurateur. Rugby league legend Rob Burrow is made an MBE for services to rugby and his awareness campaign since being diagnosed with motor neurone disease. For services to television drama, Fergus Henderson. Lewis Hamilton: MPs call for Formula 1 world champion to be knighted after seventh title By Laura Scott BBC Sport Last updated on 16 November 2020 16 November 2020 . Hamilton … For services to art, Nina Wadia. Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the New Year Honours list. Artist. British driver Lewis Hamilton, who won his seventh Formula One championship in 2020, was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II on Wednesday. ... — BBC Radio 5 Live (@bbc5live) October 26, 2020. Cellist. Actress. The entertainment stars in the New Year Honours, Sister of murdered MP Jo Cox appointed MBE, Hays Travel boss made a dame in New Year Honours, Rower's MBE 'came minutes before cancer diagnosis', Scots Covid heroes named in New Year Honours list, 'Green' economist recognised in New Year Honours, Bloody day in Myanmar's main city sees 14 killed. British former Formula 1 world champion Damon Hill tells 5 Live Breakfast that Lewis Hamilton, who has been knighted, will "ignite an army of wannabes". BEMs also go to London youth worker Jason Allen who has helped thousands of young people at risk from gang involvement, and Charlotte Park, from North Yorkshire, whose Treats for Troops on Tour initiative has posted more than 8,000 parcels to British soldiers overseas. the wording of the title as "offensive and divisive". Royal Navy nurse Andrew Cooper, who this year was involved in the Covid testing of sailors on aircraft carrier HMS Queen Elizabeth and worked in an NHS hospital's emergency department becomes an Associate of the Royal Red Cross. FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020 file photo, Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain celebrates after wining the Formula One race in Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain. The BBC has seen a letter, sent to the prime minister last week by the co-chairmen of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Motorsport, saying "we write to encourage you to recommend to Her Majesty The Queen that Lewis Hamilton receive a knighthood". The MBE for Claire Throssell, from Sheffield, whose two sons were killed in a house fire started by their father, recognises her campaigning which has led to changes in family court rules. Read about our approach to external linking. Ruth Saunders, aged 104, becomes an MBE for services to charity during Covid after walking a marathon to raise money for Thames Valley Air Ambulance this year. . Last updated on 16 November 202016 November 2020.From the section Formula 1. Richards added: "It would therefore be totally wrong for the UK to deny Lewis an award befitting his historic achievements because of where he chooses to live or work or because his tax status has been misunderstood.". Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the Queen's New Year Honours list. Dames, Knights, CBEs, Companions of Honour, Brutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters. The 35-year-old equalled Michael Schumacher’s title record in November and also holds the record for most Grand Prix victories with 95 and pole positions with 98. Among the political honours are a knighthood for former attorney general Geoffrey Cox and a damehood for Labour MP Angela Eagle, a former pensions minister. By Associated Press , … Dame Pat said she was "delighted and humbled" by the honour for services to the fashion and beauty industry and to diversity, and paid tribute to her mother for encouraging her to enter the field. 803Recognised for work in their communities, 116Dames, Knights, CBEs, Companions of Honour. Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton is knighted in the New Year Honours, with Rob Burrow, Anne Keothavong and Jimmy Greaves becoming MBEs. Lewis Hamilton's career illustrated Three-time Grand Slam tennis winner Andy Murray believes Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton deserves to join him as a British sporting knight. MPs want Hamilton to receive "national recognition" after he equalled Michael Schumacher's record of winning seven world titles on Sunday. Is fighting a pandemic like fighting a war? Mrs Baker, from Salisbury, who has been involved with fundraising for the NSPCC since the 1950s, said it was a "great surprise and great honour" to be recognised. Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard tells BBC Radio 5 Live Breakfast Lewis Hamilton should be knighted after he surpassed Michael Schumacher's all-time Formula 1 win record. For services to music, Sally Dynevor. Royal Navy Lieutenant Commander Sean Heaton, a bomb expert who has overseen the disposal of 16,000 potentially explosive items in his career, has been made an MBE. Ex-footballer Jimmy Greaves and musician Craig David become MBEs. Lewis Hamilton becomes an MBE after becoming Formula One's youngest world champion in only his second season. Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the 2021 New Year Honours list, following a season in which he secured a record-equalling seventh world championship. And Welsh actor Michael Sheen revealed this week that he handed back his OBE so he could air his views about the monarchy without being a "hypocrite". Read about our approach to external linking. Oscar nominated make-up artist. Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion after being knighted Wednesday, Dec. 30 in Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year honors list. Robert Chote, who chairs the Office for Budget Responsibility, is knighted. Speedy Sir: Lewis Hamilton Knighted in Year-End Royal Honors Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. There is a BEM too for Carl Konadu, 28, who helped young people in London prepare for job applications during the pandemic through 2-3 Degrees, a not-for-profit group he co-founded. Lewis Hamilton to be guest editor of BBC Radio 4 Today. The honor was bestowed upon … Read: Hamilton knighted in New … For services to literature, Bob Champion. Meanwhile, David Richards, chairman of Motorsport UK, wrote to the prime minister on 11 November, saying: "For many years, Britain has led the world in F1 engineering and we've produced many great drivers. MBE for Claire Throssell, from Sheffield. Overall, 1,239 people are on the main list issued by the Cabinet Office, with 49% being women and 14% from an ethnic minority background. Former Leeds Rhino player Rob Burrow, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2019, is made an MBE for services to the sport and to MND awareness. From the business world, Hays Travel boss Irene Hays has been made a dame, while Nigel Newton, who founded Bloomsbury, the publisher of the Harry Potter books, becomes a CBE. Lewis Hamilton's car catches fire in Hungarian GP qualifying, leaving him at the back of the grid, with Nico Rosberg on pole. After securing his seventh F1 championship, Lewis Hamilton was named BBC Sports Personality of the year earlier in December and has now been knighted. Recipients wear the initials CH after their name, CBE - Commander of the Order of the British Empire, OBE - Officer of the Order of the British Empire, MBE - Member of the Order of the British Empire. Hamilton received a knighthood Wednesday as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year’s honors list, which also recognized British performers, politicians, public servants and people outside the limelight who worked to defeat the coronavirus and its devastating impacts. Hamilton who is already an MBE will become the fourth F1 driver to be knighted after Sir Jack Brabham, Sir Stirling Moss and Sir Jackie Stewart. MBEs go to former England rugby player Damian Hopley, who founded the Rugby Players Association; Dee Bradbury, the first woman to head the Scottish Rugby Union, and Alan Curtis, the former Wales and Swansea footballer. There is an MBE for Mark Owen, from Clwyd, after he re-joined North Wales Police to support volunteer officers with tasks including delivering prescriptions and food parcels, and a British Empire Medal (BEM) for Catherine Fitzsimmons from Greater Manchester, a former palliative care nurse who came out of retirement. Supporters have suggested Hamilton would have been knighted sooner if not for his tax status. For services to football, Martin Samuel. The 35 year old was made an MBE in 2008 after winning his first F1 championship. Joining Jimmy Greaves among the sporting recipients is Ron Flowers, who also becomes an MBE, and was a fellow members of England's 1966 World Cup winning squad. Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. On Hamilton's tax status, Richards wrote that Hamilton "is subject to withholding tax at source [being taxed at source] in nine countries around the world and files tax returns in four of the nine countries" and added that HM Revenue and Customs' 2019 figures put him "within the top 5,000 highest UK income tax payers". The youngest recipient is 20-year-old Samah Khalil, the Youth Mayor of Oldham, who receives a BEM. For services to drama and to charity, Anthony Tudor Browne. Hamilton, who took his seventh title in November, is on the list with actress Sheila Hancock, who is made a dame. How a woman's death sparked UK soul-searching, Merkel's party slumps to defeat in regional polls1, North Korea 'not responding' to US contact efforts2, Arrests over assault on Muslim boy at Hindu temple3, Bloody day in Myanmar's main city sees 14 killed4, Met Police chief will not resign over vigil scenes5, NI to still use AstraZeneca amid Irish suspension6, Is there an algorithm for the perfect biryani?7, US disaster agency to help with child migrant surge8, The art dealer, the £10m bronze and the Holocaust9, Dutch police break up anti-lockdown protest10. Challenger, champion, change-maker: The real Lewis Hamilton story, Hamilton wins seventh Formula 1 world title, Hamilton to race on 'to push for equality', How Lewis Hamilton won his seventh world title, Lionesses Steph Houghton and Jill Scott talk leadership. For services to rugby union, Prof Suneetha Moonesinghe, of University College London, whose expertise helped the NHS manage critically ill patients (OBE), Prof Alka Ahuja, a consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, whose pioneering use of video technology was used by the Welsh Government (MBE), Justine Norris, a Kent-based community mental health occupational therapist, whose resource pack was adopted by NHS Trusts and hospitals across the world (MBE), Northern Ireland fire officer Karen McDowell whose LGBTQ training work has informed other organisations (MBE), Kirsty Baird, from Edinburgh, who was behind the Follow the Rainbows charity single (BEM), Nadeem Khan from Sheffield, who continued working as an adviser for homeless charity Shelter after he was stuck overseas (BEM), Companion of honour - Limited to 65 people. Hamilton knighted in New Year Honours. I feel I've got to prove something and work even harder, particularly in my charity area.". Hamilton… Nadim and Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, who founded the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation after their daughter died from an allergic reaction to a takeaway sandwich, both become OBEs. LONDON (AP) — Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. LEWIS HAMILTON will be knighted in the New Year Honours list after a personal request from Boris Johnson, it is reported. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a year when so many have made sacrifice, the list was a "welcome reminder of the strength of human spirit, and of what can be achieved through courage and compassion". From the arts, there is recognition for Humza Arshad, a comedian and writer, known for his YouTube programmes, and Jonty Claypole, director of BBC Arts and behind the corporation's virtual arts festival during the pandemic. Lesley Manville. For services to entertainment and to charity, Jed Mercurio. Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted as part of the United Kingdom's New Year Honours list, reports Sky Sports.Hamilton surpassed Michael Schumacher's record … "But we can now celebrate the greatest of them all and there can be no more fitting way to do this than award Lewis Hamilton a knighthood.". 6. Lewis Hamilton is now a “Sir” as well as a seven-time Formula One champion. The Foreign Office has announced 153 honours for recipients with an overseas connection, and separate lists cover military personnel, and gallantry awards for police, ambulance and fire staff. For services to the culinary arts, Margot Henderson. Video, Brutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters, 'We women are pushed out of work because of childcare' Video, 'We women are pushed out of work because of childcare', How scientists got a very rare toad to breed. Who truly was the most dishonest president? VideoHow scientists got a very rare toad to breed. Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in a New Year Honours list which salutes hundreds of people for their work in the Covid pandemic. Video, How scientists got a very rare toad to breed, Merkel's party slumps to defeat in regional polls, North Korea 'not responding' to US contact efforts, Arrests over assault on Muslim boy at Hindu temple, Met Police chief will not resign over vigil scenes, NI to still use AstraZeneca amid Irish suspension. (Bryn Lennon/Pool/AFP via Getty Images) Captain, Exeter Chiefs. "I am contributing to the country and, not only that, I help to keep a team of more than 1,000 people employed. Reports have suggested The same honour goes to two supermarket chief executives for services to retail and the food supply chain during the pandemic - Ocado's Melanie Smith and the Co-Op's Joanne Whitfield. For services to the culinary arts, Natalie Clein. Actress. Get the latest results and headlines sent straight to your phone, find all our Formula 1 coverage details with our Live Guide, sign-up to our newsletter and learn where to find us on online. For services to drama, Anne Keothavong Bretherton. Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the Queen’s New Year Honours list. Among the other new dames are Jane Glover, conductor and musicologist, and Pat McGrath, described by Vogue magazine as the most influential makeup artist in the world. Sarah Joyce, from York, an optometrist for Asda, receives a BEM after working with lens providers so customers of the chain would continue to receive care. The other knighthoods include Roger Deakins, winner of this year's best cinematography Oscar for 1917; Simon Baron-Cohen, professor of autism research at Cambridge University; former Tesco boss Dave Lewis, and opera director Graham Vick. The group plans to write to Prime Minister Boris Johnson this week. DAVID COULTHARD 'doesn't understand' why Lewis Hamilton has not been knighted despite his heroic sporting success. The Briton, 35, sealed a seventh drivers' title at the Turkish Grand Prix in November - equalling Michael Schumacher's championships record. Brutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters. Donaldson said: "The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Formula 1 supports the call for Lewis Hamilton to receive national recognition of his tremendous sporting achievements for British motorsports. By BBC On Thu, 31 Dec, 2020 12:15 | 2 mins read . revealed this week that he handed back his OBE. Some 803 people (65%) are recognised for work in the community. The same honour goes to airline pilot Emma Henderson, from Moray, who set up a first class lounge experience in more than 80 hospitals across the UK for NHS staff. Shadow education secretary Kate Green - who herself has an OBE - this month described the wording of the title as "offensive and divisive". Lewis Hamilton (Getty) Hamilton, who secured his seventh F1 title last month to equal Michael Schumacher’s record, has said his recent success was partly inspired by … Read more. And Kim Leadbeater, who helped set up a charity after her MP sister Jo Cox was murdered in 2016, is made an MBE for services to social cohesion, and combatting loneliness during Covid-19. Is there an algorithm for the perfect biryani? Children's author and illustrator. Hamilton received a knighthood Wednesday as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year’s honors list, which also recognized British performers, politicians, public servants and people outside the limelight who worked to defeat the coronavirus and its devastating impacts. Artist spray-paints Mercedes-Benz as tribute to Lewis Hamilton 'We women are pushed out of work because of childcare' Video'We women are pushed out of work because of childcare', The art dealer, the £10m bronze and the Holocaust, Grammys 2021: Seven things to look out for, How scientists got a very rare toad to breed. More protesters and a police officer are reported dead elsewhere as anti-coup protests continue. Among the other people recognised for their work during the pandemic are: The release of the list comes after the honours system faced criticism this year over its association with Britain's colonial past - most recipients have titles linked to the Order of the British Empire. Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in a New Year Honours list which salutes hundreds of people for their work in the Covid pandemic. A group of MPs has called on the prime minister to recommend Lewis Hamilton for a knighthood. Reading FC chairman John Madejski receives a knighthood for his charity work, and BBC cricket commentator Christopher Martin-Jenkins is appointed MBE. Hays Travel boss Irene Hays has been made a dame, Apache Indian receives British Empire Medal, Hate crime officer awarded Queen's Police Medal, Air ambulance service's co-founder honoured. George Floyd death: How will jurors be selected? © 2021 BBC. Lewis Hamilton's knighthood comes after he equalled Michael Schumacher's title record and was voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year for a second time. VideoBrutal crackdown continues on Myanmar protesters, US disaster agency to help with child migrant surge. The Briton, 35, sealed a seventh drivers’ title at the Turkish Grand Prix in November – equalling … For services to tennis, Gillian Coultard. He has used this and his own experience to support others and he is a credit to the United Kingdom.". For services to international screen hair styling, Joe Simmonds. New Year Honours 2021: Lewis Hamilton knighted and ... - BBC Actress. In a 2014 interview with the Sunday Times, Hamilton discussed his arrangements, saying: "What people don't realise is that I pay tax here, but I don't earn all my money here. ", The MOTDx team bring you authentic stories from the very top of the game at home and abroad, Entries are now open for all undiscovered artists and bands to upload one original track. Restaurateur. Lewis Hamilton (Getty) Hamilton, who secured his seventh F1 title last month to equal Michael Schumacher’s record, has said his recent success was partly inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement. There is an OBE for Eric Robson, former chairman of BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question Time and an honorary president of the Cumbria Tourism organisation, who is recognised for services to tourism. Writer and Producer. Daniel Owens, from Bingley, Asda's online grocery development manager, is made an MBE after heading the work to ensure the supermarket's customers continued to receive food this year, while Sarah Cairns, from Huddersfield, a senior programme manager for the service, receives a BEM. Getty Images. Lewis Hamilton will be knighted after Boris Johnson bypassed concerns over the … Former British number one tennis player and Fed Cup captain. Former England captain. Former jockey and founder of Bob Champion Cancer Trust. But it is the response to coronavirus which dominates, and an MBE for charity volunteer Anne Baker, 106, makes her the oldest ever recipient of an honour. Read about our approach to external linking. The 35-year-old race car driver took the knee on … Dutch police break up anti-lockdown protest, NI musician and Troubles survivor on list, Motorsport UK launched a campaign with the All Party Parliamentary Group for Formula One, Craig David appointed MBE after career revival, Bodyguard and Line of Duty writer appointed MBE, Nadim and Tanya Ednan-Laperouse, who founded the Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, Kim Leadbeater, who helped set up a charity, Scout leader appointed MBE for 70 years of service, Couple who helped feed 40,000 appointed MBEs, Gurkha campaigner dedicates MBE to late wife, Honours for windmill restorer and flood fighter. This year Motorsport UK launched a campaign with the All Party Parliamentary Group for Formula One for him to be nominated, with the organisation suggesting his business dealings had been "misunderstood". Hamilton told the BBC last week that “it was a different drive than what I’ve had in me in the past, to get to the end of those races first so that I could utilize that platform” against racism. The seven-time F1 champion recently won the BBC Sports Personality of the Year for a second time. Architect Sir David Chipperfield, whose work includes the Turner Contemporary art gallery in Margate, joins the elite Companions of Honour. The recognition for hundreds of people involved in the Covid response continues the trend set in the delayed Birthday Honours in October. For charitable services, Michael Landy. Lynne Owens, head of the National Crime Agency, is among the other dames, while Wendy Williams, an inspector of constabulary who authored a critical report into the government's response to the the Windrush scandal, is made a CBE. Lewis Hamilton capped his record-breaking 2020 when he was named BBC Sports Personality of the Year, ahead of Jordan Henderson and Hollie Doyle. F1 champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted and the efforts of hundreds during the pandemic recognised in the New Year Honours. Lewis Hamilton is BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020. Both are made MBEs. Published: 17:30 EST, 29 December 2020 | Updated: 07:15 EST, 30 December 2020.