THE Duke of York will make a welcome return to the city that bears his title when he attends an award ceremony at York St John College next week.

Prince Andrew will preside at The Duke of York's Community Initiative Presentation of Awards Ceremony on July 4, to acknowledge the hard work of 22 organisations and many individuals who have demonstrated outstanding examples of community spirit.

The Duke will also tour displays illustrating the winning community schemes.

Principal Professor Dianne Willcocks said: "It is fitting indeed that our college can provide a unique setting for the ceremony."

Updated: 14:39 Wednesday, June 25, 2003