Councillor Jonathan Saksena is only the twenty-sixth person to receive the honour since 1902. Mayor of Preston, Councillor Sue Whittam led the ceremony at Preston Town Hall and said: “Jonathan Saksena has been a wonderful ambassador for Preston for many years, and we thank him for his service to Preston. “I am delighted to preside over this ceremony and welcome Councillor Jonathan Saksena to the group of leading Prestonians on this list of Honorary Freemen and Freewomen of the City of Preston.”Each recipient receives a Freedom Scroll (Image: Nq/Preston City Council) The Honorary Freedom of the City of Preston recognises the outstanding contributions, achievements and accomplishments of residents. Each recipient of the Honorary Freedom of the City receives a Freedom Scroll upon which is engrossed a sealed copy of the Council Resolution admitting him/her to the Roll of Honorary Freemen/Freewomen. The scroll is also personalised with symbols appropriate to the recipient.