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South Tyneside-based business TSG Marine has been recognised by the Ministry of Defence for its pledge to support the UK’s Armed Forces. The company, which deliver marine access solutions for the energy sector, was given a Gold Award for the…

A local teacher from Hartlepool sixth form has been shortlisted for the Teacher of the Year award at the 2020 Tes FE Awards. James Donkin has been nationally recognized for his outstanding provision teaching A Level students the complexities of…

A young entrepreneur who started her beauty business in her mum’s spare bedroom has proven such a success she’s not only opened her own salon but also her own training academy. Award-winning lash artist Ellie Farrell from Washington learned her…

Nick takes up his role at a time when the north east’s largest airport is experiencing its strongest growth in almost a decade. During 2016 passenger numbers grew by 6% and a number of new routes started or were…

A hundred new apprenticeships across the Tees Valley have been created thanks to a £1 million Emergency Apprenticeship Fund. The fund was opened in June to ensure that young people aged 16 to 20 were not left behind as a…

The Chief Executive and Chair of Governors at one of the UK’s largest college groups have both been awarded OBEs in the Queen’s New Year 2021 Honours list. Ellen Thinnesen and Rob Lawson were both honoured for their outstanding contribution…

Norstead, part of the Newcastle based Metnor Group, is delighted to announce the promotion of Dan Hopkins to Operations Director and Jonathan Grant to Commercial Director. These key promotions support Norstead’s ambitious plans for growth, demonstrating its commitment to investing in talent…

Newcastle College Group (NCG) has joined the Government’s Northern Powerhouse Partner Programme to support regional growth with skills and training. Comprising FE providers from Newcastle and Carlisle to Lewisham and Southwark, NCG is the largest college group in England and…