{"id":246766,"date":"2025-07-08T01:48:13","date_gmt":"2025-07-08T01:48:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/246766\/"},"modified":"2025-07-08T01:48:13","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T01:48:13","slug":"great-british-sewing-bee-judge-installed-as-chancellor-and-forensic-scientist-honoured-at-qmu-graduation-ceremony-the-nen-north-edinburgh-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/246766\/","title":{"rendered":"Great British Sewing Bee judge installed as Chancellor and forensic scientist honoured at QMU graduation ceremony \u2013 The NEN \u2013 North Edinburgh News"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Today (7th July \u201925), the designer, entrepreneur and TV judge, Patrick Grant<\/a>, was officially installed as the Chancellor of Queen Margaret University (QMU), Edinburgh at the University\u2019s graduation ceremony. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Patrick, who became a household name following his appearances as a judge of BBC One\u2019s \u2018The Great British Sewing Bee\u2019, was joined by Carol Rogers<\/a>,<\/strong> Scotland\u2019s leading forensic scientist. Carol, who is best known for her work on serial killer Peter Tobin\u2019s case, was awarded an honorary degree for advancing the field of forensic science, particularly in relation to investigations of sexual offences across Scotland. <\/p>\n

Both Patrick and Carol joined 2000 students, families and guests at an impressive ceremony in Edinburgh\u2019s Usher Hall.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Patrick Grant<\/strong><\/p>\n

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A prominent figure in the British fashion industry and founder of the social enterprise Community Clothing, Patrick Grant is an advocate for sustainability and building strong communities through entrepreneurship.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

Brought up in Edinburgh, he has developed an international reputation as a champion of UK textile manufacturing, supporting local communities while producing high-quality, long-lasting garments. His book \u2019Less\u2019, published in 2024 and a Sunday Times Bestseller, details his commitment to reducing consumption and embracing circular, regenerative fashion.\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n

Over the past two decades, Patrick has built a distinguished career in the fashion industry \u2013 working with global brands including Cartier, Rolls-Royce, BMW, Barbour, and Alexander McQueen, and always advocating for craftsmanship and quality.\u00a0 <\/p>\n

He revitalised Savile Row tailor Norton & Sons, relaunched men\u2019s tailoring brand E. Tautz \u2013 winning Menswear Designer of the Year at the British Fashion Awards \u2013 and led Debenhams\u2019 most successful designer collaboration with Hammond & Co.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In 2015, his passion for British manufacturing resulted in the rescue of Blackburn-based clothing factory Cookson & Clegg. <\/p>\n

This experience inspired him to launch Community Clothing<\/a> in 2016, a pioneering initiative that earned him widespread recognition for revitalising the UK garment industry.\u00a0 Community Clothing\u2019s makes and sells UK clothing at a fraction of the price of premium brands, and has a strong focus on sustainability, job creation and building local economic prosperity.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Patrick has also become a familiar face on television. In addition to the \u2018The Great British Sewing Bee\u2019 (nominated for a BAFTA in 2022), he presented the award-winning documentary \u2018Coronation Tailors: Fit for a King\u2019, appeared on BBC Radio 4\u2019s \u2019Desert Island Discs\u2019, and won BBC One\u2019s \u2019Celebrity Mastermind\u2019. <\/p>\n

He has written for a variety of publications, including\u202fThe Financial Times, The Times, The Sun, The Daily Mail and GQ.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sir Paul Grice, Principal of Queen Margaret University, said: \u201cPatrick has had a meaningful and hugely impactful career as a designer, entrepreneur, writer and sustainability champion.<\/strong> <\/p>\n

\u201cHis work resonates with the University\u2019s strong social justice ethos, and our commitment to building strong communities and acting as a force for good. His passion for combining entrepreneurialism, skill and people-focused thinking to create thriving communities aligns with QMU\u2019s purpose of shaping a better society through teaching and research.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Carol Rogers<\/a><\/strong> \u2013 Forensic operation lead \u2013 Major Crime (Sexual Offences)<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n

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As National Lead Forensic Scientist for Sexual Offences with the Scottish Police Authority\u2019s Forensic Services, Carol Rogers has advanced forensic science, bringing justice to countless victims of sexual offences.\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

As one of the most respected experts in her field, Carol has dedicated over two decades of her life to the meticulous and often harrowing work of forensics. Working in major crime, she has led forensic investigations in numerous major cases, including murders and serious sexual offences. <\/p>\n

Recently, her work was highlighted on the BBC Scotland crime documentary \u2018The Hunt for Peter Tobin\u2019 where she discussed the painstaking investigation of the serial killer\u2019s crime scene \u2013 work which led to his successful conviction.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Carol\u2019s expertise in blood pattern analysis, body fluid analysis, damage interpretation, and DNA interpretation has been instrumental in solving some of Scotland\u2019s most notorious crimes. <\/p>\n

Her ability to provide expert testimony in court has been crucial in securing convictions and ensuring perpetrators are held accountable, bringing closure to victims and their families.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Sir Paul Grice, Principal of Queen Margaret University, said: \u201cWe cannot underestimate the impact that Carol Rogers\u2019 progressive work has had on the profession of forensic science, and on the thousands of individuals and families\u2019 lives affected by crime.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Her leadership of teams has helped set standards in forensic services, and her work has been pivotal in advancing forensic techniques and methodologies, ensuring the profession evolves and improves. <\/p>\n

She has also drawn on her expertise as a forensic scientist and expert witness, working on cases from \u201ccrime scene to court\u201d, to assist Queen Margaret University in the development of its PgCert Advanced Forensic Practice. <\/p>\n

\u201cLaunched in 2021, this specialist course enables already experienced forensic practitioners to work at an advanced level in Police Custody and Sexual Assault Referral Coordination Services (SARCS).\u201d<\/p>\n

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Sir Paul concluded:<\/strong> \u201cIn the year that we celebrate Queen Margaret University\u2019s 150th anniversary, we are honoured to have two such inspirational individuals at the first of our three 2025 graduation ceremonies. <\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cWe are delighted to officially install Patrick Grant as our new Chancellor, and to recognise Carol Rogers dedication and unwavering commitment to justice with the honorary degree of Doctor of the University.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

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