A Worsley resident has been awarded an MBE for helping the public understand nuclear research.

Adrian Bull, external relations director at the National Nuclear Laboratory has been handed an MBE in the 2018 New Year's Honours List.

He said: "I was speechless when I heard I was to receive an MBE. It is a tremendous honour and I feel hugely privileged to have had the opportunity to work in some fascinating areas of communication and public engagement, both with NNL and with my previous employers.

"Nothing I have done has been a solo activity, though, and I owe a great debt of gratitude to all those talented people who share my passion for the nuclear industry who I've been lucky enough to work with over my career.”

Paul Howarth, NNL’s Chief Executive officer, said: “On behalf of NNL, and personally, I am delighted that Adrian has been awarded an MBE. I’ve known and worked with Adrian over many years and I’ve always been impressed by his drive, energy and passion."