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Dance DJ Pete Rong has spoken of his pride at being named in the New Years' Honours List, having been awarded an MBE.

The long-running radio host and club DJ joins the likes of Angela Lansbury, Penelope Keith, Ruth Wilson and fellow music luminary Katherine Jenkins in the awards, which honour individuals for their work within various industries including entertainment, sport and charity.

"It's great to receive this honour for being a DJ. I'm proud that it acknowledges a profession that I care about a great deal, and one that's made a huge impact around the world," says Tong in an official statement.

"I'd like to thank BBC Radio 1 for its unerring commitment to dance and electronic music and for supporting and encouraging me for over two decades.

"I'd like to thank all the club promoters in the UK and around the world for their passion and commitment to putting on amazing events and the artists, producers and DJs that have been making and innovating with the music.

"This wouldn't have happened without so many great tunes. Finally, to my family and team who have supported me on this journey in so many ways - thank you."