On the 29th of September we held the NFFF annual Ball. I am honoured to host this event as part of my role as President of the NFFF.
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During the day we have our AGM followed by a quick board meeting… then I welcomed over 280 guests to the glitzy evening event.
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It’s certainly out of my comfort zone as I have never really had a party and I’m not one for any fuss but the night is now about celebrating fish and chips.
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It was also an honour to present Richard Ord, of Colman’s of South Shields, with a Certificate of Meritorious Achievement for his services to fish and chips. A true legend.
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I have been in fish and chips for 21 years and currently hold the position on President of the National Federation of Fish Friers