A man who led a children’s charity for 20 years has been made an OBE for services to children in the Queen’s Birthday Honours.

Andrew Ross, former chief executive of the Children’s Trust in Tadworth, has been recognised for his work at the charity which helps children with brain injury and disabilities.

Mr Ross said: "I am absolutely delighted to have received this honour personally. However, I know that it also reflects the outstanding work of the Children’s Trust and all the support I have had over a 20 year career.

"This includes the brilliant, professional staff and the huge number of volunteers, who have given such tremendous support to the children."

Mr Ross retired from the trust in April after having overseen developments to new services, including the residential rehabilitation centre for children with brain injury, specialist care for disabled children and a specialist school.

He celebrated news of the OBE with former colleagues, children and parents at the Supercar Event in aid of the Children’s Trust on Sunday.

Chair of Trustees Duncan Ingram said: "All the trustees, staff and volunteers are thrilled. It is a testament to Andrew's success, making The Children's Trust the UK's leading children's charity in its field."