A Manchester councillor who was hospitalised with coronavirus at the peak of the pandemic has been awarded an OBE for his services to local government.Luthfur Rahman - executive member for culture, leisure and skills - has been awarded in the Queen's Birthday Honours list.It comes during a difficult year for the father-of-four, in which he lost his mum and found himself in hospital with Covid-19 facing the prospect of intensive care.He has dedicated the award to his mother and father and tweeted that he was 'deeply humbled and honoured' to be recognised.“This award actually belongs to my late mother who’s love and sacrifices are the reason for any success or achievement in my life and my father who continues to be my role model and.