Freemen of the borough awards

Freeman of the Borough is a rare honorary title awarded specifically to former councillors in recognition of their exceptional and lasting service to local government and the people of Amber Valley. The council has six Freemen of the Borough:

  • Mr Jim Briggs MBE - posthumously 4 October 1990
  • Mrs M H Alice Emmas-Williams - 4 October 1990
  • Mr Vic Barber - 28 April 1999
  • Mr Maurice B Gent - 12 July 2000
  • Mr Alan Stringer - 1 October 2003
  • Mr John McCabe - 24 September 2025
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Contact the team directly on 01773 570222 or email enquiry@ambervalley.gov.uk