Leeds College of Building Nominated for 13 Local Apprenticeship Awards

March 31, 2026 Off By

Local apprentices and training providers recognised in West Yorkshire awards

Leeds College of Building (LCB) has received 13 nominations across ten categories in the upcoming West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards, highlighting the achievements of apprentices, employers, and training providers in the region.

Details of the nominations

The West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards, now in their fourth year since being established in 2022 by the Yorkshire Evening Post, celebrate excellence in various sectors including construction, engineering, law, and more.

LCB’s nominations include:

Best Training Provider Award
Large Employer of the Year Award – in partnership with Bagnalls
Mentor of the Year – Andy Holt from Bagnalls
Intermediate Apprentice Award – Faith Loynes
Advanced Apprentice Award – Gurman Dev (WSP)
Degree Apprentice Award – Tom Butler (CML Civil Engineering)
Construction Apprentice Award – Martin Barlow (South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching NHS Foundation Trust) and Martyn Priestley (Bradford Council)
Higher Apprenticeship Award – Jack Peacock (Wates Group) and William Sykes (East Riding Council)
Technology and Digital Apprentice Award – Caleb Graham (Systra)
Engineering / Manufacturing Apprentice Award – Farhan Miah (Arup) and Joe Rhodes (ITV)

Comments from Leeds College of Building

Michael Martin, Curriculum Manager of Construction Crafts at LCB, expressed satisfaction at the number of nominations received. He said the recognition reflects the quality and breadth of apprenticeship education offered by the college. He also congratulated the nominated apprentices and looked forward to celebrating their achievements at the awards ceremony.