Ellie Goulding says it "means the world" to continue a career she "truly loves" 12 years after her debut album was released.
The 35-year-old from North Herefordshire has received an honour at this year’s B-M-I London Awards, for her contribution to music and song writing.
Previous recipients of the President's Award include Noel Gallagher, Pink and Willie Nelson.
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