ABSP: Life Membership

Over the years, the ABSP has awarded a number of Life Memberships.

In no particular order they are:

Clive Spate
Laura Finley
Philip Nelkon
Richard Birch
Sarah Allen
Gareth Williams
Margaret Browne
John Grayson
Alec Webb
Amy Byrne
Stewart Holden
Gyles Brandreth
Austin Shin

The following are life members, but do not currently receive the newsletter:

Ghade Sanda
Hazel Norris (Chambers)
John D Williams Jr
Judith Britten
Lynne Butler
Wilma Vialle
Shiraz Annith

Last updated: 25 January 2026

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