“It’s an honour for us individually and great news for McCartneys,” said chairman John Uffold. “It shows we have all achieved a recognised standard of professionalism, which hopefully can be seen through our work.

“Jenny is one of the very few women to be given a fellowship, making her one of the top female auctioneers in the country.”

To be made fellows the auctioneers had to meet the criteria set and be approved by a panel from the Livestock Auctioneers Association.

Also honoured with a fellowship was McCartneys consultant Richard Gwilliam, while auctioneer Michael Thomas was made an associate of the association.


Picture attached shows from left to right: Gareth Wall, Chris Jones, John Uffold, Clive Roads, Glyn Owens and Jenny Layton.