Alan Bates, the former subpostmaster who led the fight against the Post Office Horizon scandal, has been formally recognised with a CBE after initially rejecting the honour over government inaction.
Football legend David Beckham receives CBE while author Kazuo Ishiguro is knighted in King Charles III's inaugural Birthday Honours list, celebrating outstanding contributions across British society.
The London home of a senior MI6 architect was burgled while he received a CBE at Windsor Castle, raising serious security concerns about intelligence officials' safety.
A senior prison officer in Wales received a CBE despite being under investigation for alleged misconduct, sparking outrage and calls for transparency.
The UK government has announced plans to reform the CBE system, aiming to streamline processes and improve efficiency across England and Wales. The changes could impact thousands of businesses and public services.
BAFTA-winning actress Sarah Lancashire was honoured with a CBE for her outstanding contributions to drama. The star attended the ceremony at Windsor Castle with her supportive husband, Peter Salmon.