Paralympic Champion Hannah Cockroft Among Five Honoured by Leeds Beckett University
By Community Correspondent
Paralympic legend Hannah Cockroft CBE is among five inspiring figures set to receive honorary doctorates from Leeds Beckett University this summer.
The university will celebrate achievements in sport, broadcasting, healthcare, law and public service during its graduation ceremonies at Leeds' First Direct Arena from 13 to 17 July.
Joining the nine-time Paralympic gold medallist on the honours list are award-winning CBeebies presenter George Webster, former Law Society president Lubna Shuja, community nursing leader Steph Lawrence MBE and children's rights campaigner Baroness Anne Longfield.
Halifax-born Hannah, one of Britain's most successful Paralympians, said the award was particularly special because of her long-standing links with Leeds Beckett's Carnegie School of Sport.
"Leeds has always felt like a second home to me," she said. "This award means a great deal because it comes from a city and a sporting community that has been such a big part of my life."
George Webster, who made history as CBeebies' first presenter with Down syndrome and later won a BAFTA, said his success had only been possible because of the support of family, teachers and health professionals.
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Professor Peter Slee, Vice-Chancellor of Leeds Beckett University, said this year's honorary graduates had all made "a lasting difference to the lives of others".
He added: "We are proud to welcome them into our community of honorary graduates and to celebrate their remarkable contributions alongside the achievements of our graduating students."
The honorary degrees will be presented during the university's graduation ceremonies between 13 and 17 July at the First Direct Arena.
