Apprentice electricians, Lucas Whelan, Lewis Finch, Ewan McGibbon and Archie Small have secured a place in the semi-final of Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024.

This year’s national final will be held in May where one winner will be crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024 and receive a career-boosting trade bundle worth £10,000.

Aspiring electricians; Lucas Whelan from Liverpool, Lewis Finch, from Eastbourne, Ewan McGibbon from Giffnock, and Archie Small from Exeter, have reached the semi-final stage of Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024.

Marking a decade of the nationwide competition which shines a light on the UK & Ireland’s very best future talent, this year’s Screwfix Trade Apprentice received more than 1,800 applications.

Entries have now been whittled down to just 33, all of whom are in with the chance of being crowned Screwfix Trade Apprentice 2024 at the national final in May.

Jack Wallace, Marketing Director for Screwfix, said: “The skills gap facing our industry is showing no signs of slowing down, so it remains as crucial as ever to highlight just how rewarding a career in the trades can be.

“Once again, the calibre of entries this year has been amazing, and every one of the 33 semi-finalists are a shining example of how hard work and passion can take you anywhere. Regardless of who makes the final 10, they should all be incredibly proud of their achievement, and I have no doubt they’ve inspired even more people to consider a career in the trades. I wish everyone the best of luck and look forward to the final in May.”

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