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Joanna Lumley receives award for Gurkha work

Joanna Lumley has been given a special award by a Welsh county with a special association with the Gurkhas, for her work with veterans.

The actress - whose father was a Gurkha officer - received the award and certificate from Powys council at a ceremony in London, for her "exemplary achievement".

Joanna Lumley fronted a successful campaign for UK settlement rights for Gurkhas.

The Gurkhas have strong ties with Powys - the Gurkha Company (Mandalay) has been stationed in Brecon since 1974.

The actress was presented with a special Powys gold kite award and a "certificate of appreciation" at an event at the Palace of Westminster.

Speaking afterwards, she said: "I feel very honoured to receive this award and will wear the gold kite brooch with pride."