Brit Awards organisers are to launch a new annual honour to celebrate major figures in music with Elton John announced as the first ever recipient.

Gary Barlow will receive a Music Industry Trusts Award.

Take That star Gary Barlow is to be celebrated with an honorary award from the music business.

Jools Holland is to be honoured for his contribution to music and music broadcasting at a charity event, it was announced today.

Jonathan Ross is to be presented with a Music Industry Trusts’ award, it was announced today.