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The shortlist for the 2024 Training Awards has been determined by our panel of judges.

Celebrating excellence and achievement in plastering, interior trades and related professional occupations, the Training Awards are a collaboration between FIS and the Worshipful Company of Plaisterers.

These awards acknowledge the accomplishments of apprentices and students who have exceeded expectations, training delivery by colleges and training providers, mentors and others who have supported sector training, and lifetime contribution to sector training.

Apprentice of  the Year – Plastering Shortlist

  • Paige Martin of Drywall Contracts
  • Newton Robinson of Andrew J Winner Plastering
  • Oliver Berwick of Decorative and Ornamental Plastering

Apprentice / Student of the Year – Interior Trades Shortlist

  • Shaun McKenna of Errigal Contracts
  • Jason Russell of Measom Dryline
  • Jacob Jack Milsom of Tapper Interiors

Student of the Year – Plastering Shortlist

  • Alicia Johnson studying at the City of Liverpool College
  • Ruby Hillary, studying at Coleg Llandrillo
  • Tyler Davies-Brown studying at The College Merthyr Tydfil

Professional Apprentice of the Year Shortlist

  • Michael Dillon of OCL London
  • Jake Jones of Measom Dryline
  • Ben Holden of OCL Facades

Training Provider / College of the Year Shortlist

  • Barnsley College
  • Carlisle College
  • Craven College
  • Llandrillo College Rhos on Sea
  • NPTC Group of Colleges
  • Shropshire Training Academy

Formula Trophy Shortlist

  • BCS Plaster Moulding
  • KLLangton Decorative Plasterwork
  • South Lanarkshire College

FIS Member Training Programme Shortlist

  • Locker and Riley
  • Optima Products
  • Zentia

Training Champion Shortlist

  • Kate Kerslake
  • Terry McDermott
  • Dan Plosky

Rising Star Shortlist

  • James Brennan
  • Craig Dyson
  • Edward Tapper

Congratulations to all the nominees for their hard work and dedication in pursuing their academic goals!

If you’re interested in attending the ceremony and joining us in celebrating the winners, book your place here.

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