Jerry Burnie was awarded an OBE in the 2023 New Years Honours List for services to business and consumers.

This is in regards to the work he does in heading up the British Toy & Hobby Association (BTHA), toy safety advisory service.

Jerrys reaction to the news was:

“Receiving news of this award has been a totally unexpected and amazing experience. It has only been possible due to the high level of importance placed on toy safety by the BTHA, as well as its support for and confidence in my work for which I will always be extremely grateful.”

Jerry Burnie, Managing Director of IQS is one of the Toy Safety Advisors used by the British Toy and Hobby Association and is the Chairman of their Toy Technical committee