College staff recognised in King's Birthday Honours list

Leaders and teachers in colleges across the country have been named in the King’s Birthday Honours list.

The list highlights the incredible public service of individuals from across the UK, with those working in colleges have been recognised for their contributions to further education.

The list includes:

• Andy Berry, Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Bridgwater and Taunton College. CBE for services to further education.
• Shireen Razey, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Principal, Christ The King Sixth Form College. OBE for services to further education.
• Julie Richards, Principal and Chief Executive Officer, Chesterfield College. OBE for services to further education.
• Sarah Le-Good, Head, Foundation Studies and Learner Support, Riverside College. MBE for services to further education and SEND.
• Andrea Clare Wood, Principal, New Directions College, Berkshire. MBE for services to further education.
• Dr Mary Frances Bradshaw, Careers Adviser, Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, Staffordshire. MBE for services to further education.
• Carole Elizabeth Thorogood, Chair of Governors, Nottingham College. MBE for services to further education.
• Alan Charles William Twiddy, Technician Team Leader, City College Norwich. MBE for services to further education.

David Hughes, Chief Executive, Association of Colleges, said: "It’s a joy to see lots of college leaders and teachers recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours list. All are richly deserved, but I am personally particularly delighted to see AoC board member Andy Berry recognised for his contribution to further education.

“The FE sector is full of skilled professionals who have an unwavering commitment to their students, employers and communities, and these awards are a clear recognition of the exceptional work happening daily in colleges nationwide.

“I’d like to give my warmest congratulations to everyone in colleges, and beyond in the wider FE sector, who has been recognised for their achievements."