Farmer-turned-TV presenter Adam Henson and one of the UK’s largest private landowners, the Duke of Buccleuch, were presented with honorary degrees from Harper Adams University at this year’s graduation ceremony. The duke accepted his award in recognition of services to the promotion of graduate employment opportunities in rural land management, and Adam Henson for services to the public understanding of agriculture.
Grammar school announces new head
Haberdashers’ Adams School in Newport has appointed a new head, effective from next September. Daniel Biggins will succeed Gary Hickey, who retires at the end