UK Worldskills finals to include 32 Scots

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The finalists for WorldSkills UK’s national competition programme have been announced today. Amongst the hopefuls competing for the prestigious awards in November will be 32 students from Scotland.

This year’s finalists represent six Scottish colleges and Glasgow Caledonian University as well as a Scottish charitable training trust. One Scottish finalist currently studies at the University of Middlesex. Seventeen of the finalists come from New College Lanarkshire; the College came top of last year’s medals table.

WorldSkills UK’s competitions showcase excellence in over 40 skills and help learners and apprentices develop world-class aptitudes and abilities.

For the first time the finals will be held in venues across South Wales, with the medallists announced at ICC Wales Newport on Friday 28 November.

Francesca Osowska, Chief Executive of the Scottish Funding Council, said:

“The WorldSkills UK finals are an incredible opportunity for learners and employers to come together and recognise and promote the value of a wide range of skills.

“Reaching this stage is a remarkable achievement that reflects the commitment, talent, and hard work of all this year’s finalists.”

Ben Blackledge, CEO WorldSkills UK,  said:

“Our competitions test learners’ skills against global industry standards, providing a powerful platform to showcase their talents. Over two intensive days of competition they will gain valuable skills and confidence which will turbo charge their careers and make the UK economy more competitive.

“With employers all over the UK crying out for high-quality skills this is a fantastic opportunity for hundreds of learners to show they are ready for work. I can’t wait to see the finalists in action.”

For more information on the 2025 finals, see the WorldSkills UK website