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BRITISH EMPIRE MEDALS
have been awarded to 5 Buckinghamshire residents
Pauline Walker, Barbara
Rosenberg, Elaine
Trump, Hilary Evans and
Margaret Davies who
have tirelessly devoted
their lives to helping
others have had their
achievements formally
recognised by the Crown.
Pauline Walker, Barbara Rosenberg, Elaine Trump, Hilary Evans and Margaret Davies
with HM Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, Sir Henry Aubrey-Fletcher
The five individuals were presented with their
medals in November at a special ceremony hosted
by HM Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, Sir
Henry Aubrey-Fletcher.
Margaret Davies, known more commonly by her
middle name, Ann, was awarded for her 26 years’
service to people with Downs Syndrome. She has
worked nationally and regionally for the Downs
Syndrome Association and was co-founder of
the South Bucks Downs Syndrome Group. One
of Ann’s greatest achievements has been her
involvement in a project to introduce a Citizen
Card for adults with Downs Syndrome to help
them prove their age and independence.
Another champion for those with Downs
Syndrome is Pauline Walker who receives her
medal for services to swimming for young
people with the condition. Pauline set up the Eels
Swimming Club 35 years ago specifically to support
young people with Downs Syndrome. Ten years ago
she set up the Electric Eels Synchronised Swimming
Club so children could further develop their skills
and compete against others. The club is the only
one of its kind in the country and its members have
achieved success both nationally and internationally.
Burnham resident Hilary Evans was awarded for
services to her local community. Hilary’s work has
seen her support people of all ages in the local
area including helping a young homeless woman
find suitable housing, supporting a young single
mother recovering from an illness and many other
examples. Through her work with different groups
Hilary has shown her commitment and willingness
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to help others who may be going through a difficult
time in their lives.
Barbara Rosenberg moved to the area after
relocating from South Africa in 1987. Barbara took
the opportunity to immerse herself in working
at her local synagogue, particularly in supporting
the more vulnerable members of the community,
including the elderly. Under Barbara’s guidance a
highly successful weekly lunch club was established.
Elaine Trump was awarded for services to
fundraising and voluntary support for the NHS.
Elaine has been a volunteer at Buckinghamshire
Healthcare NHS Trust for more than 10 years
and is no stranger to receiving prestigious awards,
having been awarded a Queen’s Guide Award at
the age of only 13.
Elaine has drawn on her own experiences of
undergoing treatment for the long term condition
of colitis to offer support to others. This included
taking part in an NHS film to provide reassurance
to patients about invasive procedures. Elaine
continues to champion the voice of the patient
to help improve the experiences of all patients
accessing local NHS services.
Sir Henry Aubrey-Fletcher said: “The British Empire
Medal is only awarded to the most exemplary
candidates and these five residents embody
everything it represents. They have tirelessly
devoted their lives to helping others in their local
communities. On behalf of HM The Queen, I
heartily applaud each and every one of them – well
done!”