Local woman awarded MBE

Saturday, 13 June 2015 00:00

A woman who served in the prison service for 35-years has been awarded an MBE.

Alison Gomme was governor of the Isle of Man Prison for seven-years.

Whilst overseeing the prison's relocation to the purpose-built site in Jurby - Alison established a prison health service and resettlement strategy.

She also encouraged working relationships between the prison and a number of local charities.

Alison explains how she feels about the honour:

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