Guernsey deputy and sailing coach honoured

Deputy Lyndon Trott has been appointed an OBE for his services to Guernsey

Two islanders have been named in the King's 2025 New Year Honours List in recognition of many years of public service.

The list is compiled at the turn of each year following recommendations from senior politicians and members of the public across the British Isles.

Deputy Lyndon Trott has been appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for Services to Guernsey and Michael Chapple has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to youth sailing.

As a member of Guernsey States for 25 years, Trott is one of Guernsey's longest-servicing politicians.

He is the only person to twice serve as chief minister, as well as filling the roles of deputy and treasurer, ushering in major reforms to the corporate tax sector.

He has also represented Guernsey's finance sector for six years on the Leadership Council of TheCityUK.

Responding to the honour, Trott said it was an "enormous privilege" and one he "never expected".

He said: "There is no way I could achieve what I have without the help of colleagues within the civil service and my fellow politicians over the years.

"I regard this as recognition to all those who have helped in the delivery of my public service."

Michael Chapple has been awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to youth sailing

Michael Chapple's BEM has been awarded in honour of his work as a leading volunteer dinghy racing youth coach.

He has nurtured the island's young sailing talent for 30 years, leading them to success at international competition level - including a bronze at in the Laser Radial dinghy U21 Europeans and gold at the Island Games.

His involvement began as a father who wanted to ensure Guernsey's youth had the facilities and training to compete.

He said: "I didn't go into the sport or teach with the hope I would get something, but recognition is very nice. My late wife would have been really proud."

"I really enjoy sailing and the competitive side of sailing... It has been an honour to provide coaching over the last 10 years."

Making the announcement, Lieutenant-Governor Richard Cripwell CB CBE, said both men have shown "remarkable dedication and commitment, for which the bailiwick is extremely grateful".