Knighthood for Clive
SIR CLIVE SINCLAIR received a knighthood in the Queen's birthday honours. He continues to be a leading figure in the world of computing and microelectronics and his company has sold more than one million computers world-wide.
At present his company is developing a flat-screen television and an electric car.
The names for the honours list are submitted to the Queen by the Prime Minister, who selects outstanding figures in industry and the arts. Margaret Thatcher is known to be an admirer of Sir Clive's enterprising ability. She presented the Japanese Premier with a Spectrum on her tour of Japan last year.
Sir Clive is very happy about the award and says: "The award of a knighthood is a truly great honour and one I value very highly. It was completely unexpected and a wonderful surprise. More than ever I feel committed to achieving success, in and for Britain."