First principal of the merged college (1985-1990)

In 1976, he was named the dean of the merged college of Arts and Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Wedderburn was appointed as first principal of the merged college and served from 1985-1990, and was also the last principal of Bedford.

The merged college became a polytechnic in 1991, using the name Anglia Polytechnic, and was then awarded university status in 1992.

David Dodd, principal of North Devon College, was announced as principal of the new merged colleges.

The merged college will also meet the changing needs of learners and support the developing local infrastructure and the regional economy.

The merged college will aim to increase learner participation and success rates within the area - particularly where there is significant under representation amongst identifiable groups of potential learners.

Each of the two merged colleges - the University College for Arts, Sciences, BTC had their own logo.

The merged college was renamed Central College Nottingham in 2012.

Both colleges volunteered to become one of the first merged colleges in the state, and Central Lakes College was created.