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And that’s a wrap on this year’s Greater Lincolnshire Apprenticeship and Skills Awards.
A huge congratulations to all of those who were nominated, highly commended and winners at this year’s awards.
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So, from our sector winners, our overall Apprentice of the Year goes to…
Jack Showghian of Balfour Beatty.
His consistent high standards, professionalism and commitment to continuous development embody all the best qualities of an apprentice.
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Congratulations also goes to Scarlett Ball from Messenger Construction Ltd, who receives a Highly Commended award after a huge achievement in reaching the semi-finals of the national Screwfix Trade Apprentice competition.
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A big congratulations also goes to Aisha-Mae Hanson from the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Lincolnshire, who receives a Highly Commended award for her outstanding project work during her apprenticeship.
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Emmie Lowthion from Kelsey Primary School received Education Apprentice of the Year.
Emmie’s shown an incredible dedication to supporting children, helping create an inclusive learning environment and encouraging pupils to get active through sports and play initiatives.
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Manufacturing and Construction Apprentice of the Year goes to Harry Hooton from Blackrow Engineering Ltd.
Harry’s determination and technical excellence have earned him a place in the WorldSkills UK Squad, representing some of the best young welding talent in the country.
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Taking home the Service Industries Apprentice of the Year is Emily Hukin from The Priory Academy LSST.
All Emily’s colleagues have heaped praise on her professionalism, positivity and commitment to developing her skills and she’s well deserving of this prize.
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The Higher and Degree Level Apprentice of the Year, goes to Jack Showghian from Balfour Beatty. He's managed complex infrastructure during his apprenticeship, consistently working to high standards, actively seeking opportunities to develop on work sites and in the classroom.
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New for 2026, is the Rising Star Award, going to Ava Robinson, working for PJD as a first year Metal Fabrication apprentice with CATCH.
Ava’s consistently been ahead of the curve and even shares that knowledge and understanding with her team to support their development.
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In our Employer of the Year category, a further Highly Commended award goes to Willoughby A Priory Academy, who have committed to growing their own talent from within to meet recruitment, development and succession demands.
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The Public Sector Employer Award heads to the Highways Service at Lincolnshire County Council.
Apprentices joining the highways service can develop from entry level programmes right through to degree level engineering qualifications.
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Our SME Employer award goes to Salon Carina based in Louth.
In placing apprenticeships at the heart of the business, Salon Carina has developed future professionals with one apprentice going on to win ‘Apprentice Stylist of the Year’ at The British Hair and Beauty Awards in '25.
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Now, we move on to our Employers of the Year.
The Large Business category award goes to Apogee, who have embedded apprenticeships into its long-term workforce strategy.
A further Highly Commended award goes to Willoughby A Priory Academy.
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Our Skills Partnership of the Year award recognises organisations who have collaborated on programmes.
The winners are Care Plus Group & the North East Lincolnshire Health and Care Partnership.
Their collaborative approach has created new pathways into health and care careers.
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We’re here at the start of the Greater Lincolnshire Apprenticeship and Skills Awards 2026 and ready to celebrate the incredible apprentices, employers, and training and skills providers who are making a difference across the county.
Good luck to everyone nominated!
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