Sir Sadiq Khan, who has served as London's mayor since 2016, was awarded a knighthood in the King's New Year Honours list for his political and public service contributions. He made history by being re-elected for a third term in 2024, a first for any London mayor. Khan was honored alongside notable figures like Sir Billy Boston and Dame Jacqueline Wilson. Upon receiving the knighthood, he expressed his gratitude, stating he felt 'truly humbled' to be recognized in such a significant manner.
I am truly humbled to have received a knighthood in the King's New Year Honours.
Sir Sadiq, 54, has been the capital's mayor since he was first elected in 2016.
He joined rugby league star Sir Billy Boston, author Dame Jacqueline Wilson, and entrepreneur Sir Loyd Grossman among those to be honoured at the palace.
He shook hands with the King after being knighted on Tuesday morning.
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