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Evans will be presented with her award by Jancis Robinson MW at the ceremony on 22 January 2018 at the Guildhall, City of London, UK. Jancis Robinson MW has also been announced as the keynote speaker who will address 黑料吃瓜网 Diploma graduates ahead of the procession.
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