Northern Ireland reservists and cadets have been honoured at a formal ceremony at Hillsborough Castle, receiving some of the highest accolades that can be conferred on members of the Reserve Forces and the Cadet movement. Presented with the Lord Lieutenant’s Certificate for Outstanding Meritorious Service Above and Beyond The Call of Duty – an award which is second in importance only to one presented by Her Majesty The Queen – were 20 reservists and cadet adult instructors from across Northern Ireland.

The certificate presentations took place socially distanced in front of the recipients’ proud families. The guests, recipients and Lord Lieutenants enjoyed afternoon tea whilst taking in the impressive setting and the view from inside Hillsborough Castle.We extend our sincere congratulations to all recipients and we hope that they had an enjoyable and memorable day.