That this House celebrates the vision and leadership of Lynne Franks in instigating London Fashion Week in 1983; notes her role in staging the first central catwalk shows in 1984 at the Commonwealth Institute; recognises her contribution as a founding member of the British Fashion Council and as the creator of the British Fashion Awards in 1989, now regarded as the world’s leading fashion honours; commends the ongoing work of the British Fashion Council and London Fashion Week in fostering new talent through their renowned NEWGEN programme; applauds her development of the SEED programme, which has empowered thousands of women to establish businesses and community projects; acknowledges her founding of The SEED Hub in Wincanton as a centre for retreat, wellbeing, women’s empowerment and enterprise; and congratulates her on a lasting legacy that has advanced British fashion and strengthened the creative industries.
