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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ted Hennessey

Jayne Torvill and Idris Elba among NYE honourees - with Kevin Sinfield snubbed

  • Actor Idris Elba and Olympic ice dancers Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean headline the New Year Honours list.
  • Idris Elba was knighted for his services to young people, acknowledging his Elba Hope Foundation. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean were made a Dame and Sir respectively for their contributions to ice skating and voluntary service.
  • England's victorious women's football team, the Lionesses, received numerous honours, with captain Leah Williamson made a CBE and several players receiving MBEs.
  • Their manager, Sarina Wiegman, was awarded an honorary damehood, and members of England's women's rugby team were also recognised.
  • Meanwhile, rugby coach Kevin Sinfield - who is a campaigner for MND - was among those tipped for an honour to miss out.

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