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Apprenticeship award winners are 'torchbearers' to future of North East businesses

Young carpenter Liam Thynne, singled out for his “exceptional skills,” has been declared overall winner of a pioneering annual awards scheme showcasing the achievements of modern-day craft apprentices.

The apprentice award winners (Image: Picture by Geoff Kitson)

The project, launched 12 months ago by Durham City’s Freemen, and supported by New College, Durham, this year considered 25 new hopefuls in eight trade categories, all supported by employers across the county.


From a short list of nine category winners the judging panel voted Liam the “Overall Apprentice of the Year.” Each winner received a certificate, an engraved crystal trophy and a £50 Amazon voucher from Durham’s Vice Lord Lieutenant, Mr. Michael Poole.


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