British Empire Medal for Scout Leader

Date: 5th Apr 2026 Author: Paul Snelling

On Wednesday 1st April 2026 at Euston Hall, Euston near ThetfordPaul William Snelling (Scout Leader) was awarded the British Empire Medal by Clare, Countess of Euston, CVO His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Suffolk.

Paul Snelling (Scout Leader) with his British Empire Medal with Clare, Countess of Euston.

For outstanding services to Young People at 1st Bures Scouting Group.

After the ceremony – there was a light buffet and chat with the other recipients and ex-Lord-Lieutenants of Suffolk.

 

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