A former president of the National Black Police Association (NBPA) has said being invited to the King's coronation is the "biggest recognition" of her work to ensure diversity.Franstine Jones, 60, from Ipswich, is among the over 450 British Empire Medal (BEM) recipients who will be at Westminster Abbey on May 6.Ms Jones, who has been asked to wear her medal to the service, said the recognition allows her to fulfil her "purpose" of trying to tackle racism.

A former president of the National Black Police Association (NBPA) has said being invited to the King's coronation is the "biggest recognition" of her work to ensure diversity.Franstine Jones, 60, from Ipswich, is among the over 450 British Empire Medal (BEM) recipients who will be at Westminster Abbey on May 6.Ms Jones, who has been asked to wear her medal to the service, said the recognition allows her to fulfil her "purpose" of trying to tackle racism.