Obituary
Sector pays tribute to Neil Cossons
Cossons, who died at the end of March, had a long and influential career in museums
Obituary | Kirsty Archer-Thompson, 1987-2024
As curator at Abbotsford, home of Sir Walter Scott, Kirsty's creative approach transformed how visitors experience the site
Obituary | Mar Dixon, 1970-2024
A self-styled troublemaker and groundbreaking force on social media, Mar helped to usher in a new, more open way for museums to interact with their audiences
Obituary | Aneesa Riffat, 1978-2024
Particularly remembered for her work with Holocaust survivors, Aneesa was a powerful asset to the sector with a passion for emancipation, learning and transformation
Obituary | Terry Suthers, 1944-2024
A man whose professionalism, creativity and kindness touched many across Yorkshire and beyond
Obituary | Paul William George Lawson, 1945-2023
Energetic, unconventional and brilliant, Paul electrified the cultural landscape of Bradford
Obituary | Jim Roberts, 1947-2023
Always opinionated, creative and practical, Jim’s commitment to his work life and public life leaves a lasting legacy
Obituary | Dr Stuart William Davies, 1953-2022
A major influencer on the museum sector, Stuart brought deep knowledge, curiosity and challenge to all he did
Obituary | Simon Roy Olding, 1954-2022
A leading light in heritage policy and crafts study, Simon's work reflected his quiet modesty and impeccable scholarship
Obituary | Tim Schadla-Hall, 1947-2023
A major figure in British archaeology, Tim brought deep knowledge – as well as fun and mischief – to all he did
