A former Cabinet minister who played a prominent role during the King's coronation becomes a dame in Charles' Birthday Honours.Penny Mordaunt said it was "lovely to be appreciated in this way" and she was "feeling very grateful".Her profile was boosted by her sword-carrying role as Lord President of the Council during the 2023 coronation ceremony

A former Cabinet minister who played a prominent role during the King's coronation becomes a dame in Charles' Birthday Honours.Penny Mordaunt said it was "lovely to be appreciated in this way" and she was "feeling very grateful".Her profile was boosted by her sword-carrying role as Lord President of the Council during the 2023 coronation ceremony