THE head of Barnsley College is leaving.

Colin Booth has been principal of Barnsley College for seven years. In September he will take up his new post as chief executive and principal of Leeds City College - one of the largest college groups in the country.

Colin said: "I am incredibly proud of what the governors and staff team has achieved over the seven years I have been principal at Barnsley College and there will always be a place in my heart and soul for Barnsley and Barnsley College."

** The full story appears in the Barnsley Chronicle, dated April 3. **