The King’s Awards
The launch of a new era
First established during Queen Elizabeth II’s reign and conferred in Her Late Majesty’s name, the Queen’s Awards have now officially been renamed to reflect King Charles III’s Accession As Prince of Wales, His Majesty The King has been closely involved with the Awards for a number of years. His Majesty has hosted the annual Royal Reception for recipients on behalf of HM Queen Elizabeth II since 2018, as well as recording a personal video message to refocus the Sustainable Development Award category in 2019. Throughout Her Late Majesty’s 70-year reign, Queen Elizabeth II was committed to recognising outstanding efforts made by British businesses across the UK. The Awards were officially changed to The King’s Awards for Enterprise this year and, by attaching His Majesty’s name, The King has emphasised his desire to continue Queen Elizabeth’s legacy of recognising excellence. Celebrating outstanding achievement The newly renamed King’s Award for Enterprise celebrates outstanding achievement by UK businesses and is internationally recognised. The 2023 Awardees were announced on Friday 21 April this year, marking Queen Elizabeth II’s birthday. From 2024, this announcement will occur on 6 May, the anniversary of The King’s Coronation. Previous winners include companies operating on an international scale, such as Kelvatek, who provide innovative fault management for electricity distribution networks; to family-run businesses like The Quiet Site, a sustainable holiday park in the Lake District. “It is wonderful that His Majesty The King will give his name to these prestigious Awards,” says Minister for Enterprise Kevin Hollinrake. “Her Late Majesty left an enduring legacy of support for outstanding entrepreneurs, and the continuation of these Awards will make sure they recognise hardworking individuals up and down the country long into the future.” Minister for Civil Society Stuart Andrew adds: “I’m delighted The King will continue the legacy of Her Late Majesty. I look forward to seeing the outstanding achievements the Awards mark in the coming year. The King’s Award for Enterprise will continue to celebrate the very best and shine a light on the inspiring work that supports our economy.” Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II said of the Awards in 2018: “Having watched the Awards established in my name grow in stature and influence, I continue to be impressed by the way that they have given opportunity to big organisations and small, enabling them to project themselves on the world stage.”
By attaching His Majesty’s name, The King has emphasised his desire to continue Queen Elizabeth’s legacy Photo PA Images / Alamy Stock Photo
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