Burnley businessman Dave Fishwick is due to be honoured with an OBE by the King, according to reports. Fishwick, who is popularly known for his “Bank of Dave” concept, is described as expressing delight at receiving the award. One outlet quotes Fishwick saying it is “not bad for a boy from Nelson,” recalling that he previously worked as a builder’s labourer, including an anecdote about draining rain out of his boot holes. The coverage frames the recognition as a significant personal milestone, highlighting his background and rise to prominence within local business. The reports do not provide additional details about the specific services or work credited for the honour beyond the general reference to his life and business profile. They also do not include further context on the date or venue of the ceremony. Overall, the articles agree on the core point: Fishwick is set to receive the OBE from the King and has publicly reacted positively to the news.
Burnley businessman Dave Fishwick set to receive an OBE from King
Burnley businessman Dave Fishwick is due to be honoured with an OBE by the King, according to reports. Fishwick, who is popularly known for his “Bank of Dave” concept, is described as expressing delig...
- Dave Fishwick, a businessman from Burnley, is set to receive an OBE from the King.
- Reports say Fishwick is delighted by the award.
- One quote highlights his origins in Nelson and earlier work as a builder’s labourer.
- The coverage links the honour to Fishwick’s business profile, including his public reputation tied to “Bank of Dave.”
Dave says he is delighted to receive the award - 'not bad for a boy from Nelson who once worked as a builder's labourer, draining rain out of his boot holes!'
2 months agoDave says he is delighted to receive the award - 'not bad for a boy from Nelson who once worked as a builder's labourer, draining rain out of his boot holes!'
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