MSP and Perth councillor Alexander Stewart has been presented with the MBE by the Queen at the Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh.
The award, which he received for his voluntary service, was announced in the New Year Honours list.
“I am absolutely delighted to have received this award,” said Mr Stewart who represents Mid Scotland and Fife as an MSP.
“It is an immense privilege to accept this honour for my services to communities and my support of many organisations and individuals.
“I have greatly enjoyed all of my endeavours in the voluntary sector over the years and am pleased to have been able to make a difference to people’s lives.”
