New master for Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers

Edward Middleton has been installed as the new master of the Worshipful Company of Spectacle Makers (WCSM).

Middleton, a qualified chartered accountant, does not have a background in optics but, according to a statement, ‘has a keen interest in the continuing development of non-regulated staff in the optical sector’. He was chairman of The WCSM Education Trust from its formation in 2010 until 2015.

A statement confirmed Don Grocott would remain as upper warden and Felicity Harding as the renter warden.

The installation of the master and wardens took place during a service at St Bride’s, Fleet Street in London, and was followed by a lunch at the historic Apothecaries’ Hall in the City, which was attended by 135 guests.