The ex-defence secretary and Commons leader played a prominent role carrying a sword at the King’s coronation.

Other Westminster figures given honours include Sir Philip Barton, the former top civil servant at the Foreign Office, who becomes a Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George.

A former Cabinet minister who played a prominent role during the King’s coronation becomes a dame in Charles’ Birthday Honours. Penny Mordaunt said it was “lovely to be appreciated in this ...

Her profile was boosted by her sword-carrying role as Lord President of the Council during the 2023 coronation ceremony. Dressed in a custom-made teal outfit with matching cape, and headband with ...

Dressed in a custom-made teal outfit with matching cape, and headband with gold feather embroidery, as Lord President of the Council she was responsible for bearing the Sword of State and ...

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