Kylie Minogue picks up a top Silver Clef award and looks forward to a 'surreal' reunion with Jason Donovan

A quarter of a century after her releasing her first single, Kylie Minogue has been honoured with one of music's most prestigious awards.

The singer said she was "thrilled and honoured" to be recognised at the Silver Clef Awards and added that 25 years on, she was just "hitting my stride".

Speaking about a concert to celebrate the hits of Stock Aitken Waterman, Kylie said she was looking forward to being reunited with former Neighbours co-star Jason Donovan.

The event also recognised stars including:

Andrew Lloyd Webber, given a lifetime achievement award.

DJ Fatboy Slim, aka Norman Cook, awarded the Investec Icon Award.

Michael Buble, picked up the international prize.

Also among the winners were:

• Jessie J named Best British Act

• Emeli Sande was given the American Express Innovation Award

• Manic Street Preachers were named Ambassadors of Rock

The event is held in aid of music therapy charity Nordoff Robbins.