The deadline to enter the DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards and the Inspiring the Future Competition has been extended to 5pm on Wednesday 9th April 2025.
Following continued interest and submissions after the original closing date, the deadline has been extended to give as many apprentices as possible the opportunity to be recognised and celebrated. As the first event of its kind in the sector, this extension ensures more individuals can take part in recognising emerging talent across highways and transport technology.
Recognising the Future of the Sector
The awards will be presented at the LCRIG Innovation & Learning Festival on 2–3 July 2025, providing a platform for apprentices to engage with the wider sector. During the festival, apprentices will have the opportunity to attend CPD-certified technical training sessions, meet sector leaders, explore innovations in the exhibition zones, and witness live demonstrations.
As part of LCRIG’s ongoing commitment to inclusivity and skills development, 50 fully funded apprentice places are available – including accommodation, travel to and from the venue, catering, and access to both days of the event.
Organisations Already Involved
Apprentices have already been nominated by a wide range of organisations including:
Amey Staffordshire, Breedon Group, Eurovia, Highway Care, North East Lincolnshire Council, Portsmouth City Council, Salford City Council, Transport for West Midlands, Waterman Group, WJ Group, and a number of local authorities from across the South West, Yorkshire and the Humber, London Boroughs, and the South East.
Organisations are encouraged to join them and put forward nominations before the revised deadline.
DfT Special Recognition Apprentice Awards
These prestigious awards highlight the achievements of apprentices who are excelling in their roles, inspiring others, and helping to shape the future of the highways and transport sector.
Award Categories:
- Inspirational Apprentice Award
For apprentices who go above and beyond to motivate and inspire those around them. - Exceptional Frontline Apprentice Award
For apprentices making outstanding contributions in frontline roles. - Outstanding Achievement Awards (Level 2, Level 3, and Level 4–6)
Recognising apprentices who have demonstrated significant development, skill, and impact throughout their programme.
Nominations can be submitted by apprentices themselves, or by employers, mentors, or training providers.
View criteria and enter by 5pm, Wednesday 9th April
Inspiring the Future Competition
The Inspiring the Future Competition is open to all apprentices and seeks creative ideas that would help attract more young people into careers in highways and transport.
Entries can take the form of a campaign, outreach initiative or another creative approach – and should demonstrate how it would inspire others to explore a career in the sector.
The winning apprentice will receive:
- £1,000 cash prize
- Sector-wide recognition
- A place on the LCRIG Apprenticeship Task Group
View competition details and enter here
New deadline: 5pm, Wednesday 9th April 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate apprentices and showcase the future of the industry.