 He was given these awards in recognition of his contributions as Bishop of Leeds, as well as his work in education and interfaith relations in Bradford.Konstant died on 9 October 2016.A solemn requiem mass was held at Leeds Cathedral on 18 October 2016

In November 2012, several Catholic primary and secondary schools in the Wakefield area, joined together to gain Academy status from the government, as a Catholic Multi Academy Trust.