Newcastle University

Ian Gregg, retired executive chairman and managing director of Greggs the bakers, was presented with an Honorary Doctor of Civil Law degree at Newcastle University on Wednesday 13th July.

Ian Gregg is the man associated with one of the North East’s most iconic businesses, and is a fantastic inspiration for future Newcastle University students, as well as those who have graduated and are beginning their careers.

Following the degree ceremony, Mr Gregg was invited to join former colleagues for an exclusive ‘thank-you’ treat in the brand new Business School, where they were served afternoon tea and taken on a tour of the building.

Ian Gregg’s honorary degree attracted a lot of media interest – including an interview on BBC Radio Newcastle, in which Mr Gregg discussed his forthcoming book on the rise of his family’s baking empire.