SKIPTON MP Julian Smith has been included in Theresa May’s resignation honours list.

The Conservative MP has represented Skipton and Ripon since 2010, as well as serving as Chief Whip for almost two years and as the current Secretary of State for Northern Ireland.

He has been made a Commander of the British Empire in former Prime Minister Theresa May’s resignation honours list.

A number of other politicians, doctors, police officers and advisers have received honours, such as Met Police Commissioner Cressida Dick.

Other recipients include cricketers Geoffrey Boycott and Andrew Strauss.