STOP PRESS: IPR awards Lavelle honorary fellowship

Outgoing IPR executive director John Lavelle has been made the institute’s 21st honorary fellow in recognition of his contribution to the IPR’s work. Lavelle joined as executive director 14 years ago from frozen food firm Findus, where he was general manager. During his tenure, IPR membership has doubled to 5,600. His successor, Colin Farrington, officially takes over from Lavelle next month.