One of the Queen’s former representatives has been recognised for her public service in the north-east.
Alison Skene, who retired from her role as Vice Lord Lieutenant of Aberdeen in May, has been made an MBE in the New Year Honours.
During her 15 years in the lieutenancy, Mrs Skene represented the Queen at various events, including 100th birthday celebrations and charity occasions.
She was also involved with the Queen’s Award, and praised the volunteers she came across for making her role so enjoyable.
The 75-year-old said: “When I was Vice Lord Lieutenant what impressed me most was the number of wonderful people in Aberdeen who are volunteers.
“Every single volunteer is worth their weight in gold.”
Mrs Skene, of Aberdeen, said she was thrilled to receive the honour, adding: “It’s wonderful, and means so much. It was so unexpected, but is very, very nice to receive.”
Elder statesman of the Dee, Alastair Hume, who has given more than 60 years’ service to river – including setting up Aberdeen and District Angling Association – has also been made an MBE for services to fisheries management and angling.
Robert Walker, of Aberdeenshire, a former Higher Officer in the Border Force, also received the honour for services to border security.