Rowland Hill Awards

New International Award

Royal Mail announced a new International Award as part of its sponsorship of the prestigious Rowland Hill Awards. The new award will form part of Royal Mail's Innovation Awards and the winner and a guest will be invited to attend the annual event, held at a London venue in March 2002.

British stamp issue

Any English-language article published on the subject of British stamp issues throughout 2001 will be considered by judging panel which will meet in January 2002 to select a winner. All entries must be received by 11 January 2002.

International Award for philatelic writing

Gavin Macrae, new managing director of Royal Mail's stamps and collectibles said: "We are delighted to broaden the event further still by announcing the launch of the first ever International Award for philatelic writing. The philatelic community worldwide boasts many established and well respected writers and they provide a vital role in championing the hobby. We hope this award will recognise those international writers who have written a factual and informative article on any British philatelic subject, particularly those providing a perceptive insight into the world of stamps and stamp collecting."