Charity stalwart says honour is spark for him to raise more money

Ivan Black at his home outside Strabane, who has been made a MBE for services to charitable fundraising in Northern Ireland (Liam McBurney/PA) -

A veteran fundraiser from Northern Ireland said being recognised in the New Year Honours has ignited a spark to raise even more money for charity.

Ivan Black, 62, from Co Tyrone, has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to charitable fundraising in Northern Ireland.