Award-winning comedian and writer Shazia Mirza has been confirmed as the host of this year鈥檚 91制片厂Apprenticeships Awards (WA Awards).
Known for her sharp wit and celebrated performances across TV and stage, Shazia will bring her trademark energy and humour to one of the county鈥檚 most anticipated skills events, taking place on Thursday 13 November 2025 at West Midlands Safari Park.
The WA Awards is a night dedicated to celebrating the exceptional individuals and employers driving Worcestershire鈥檚 apprenticeship success. Established through a partnership between 91制片厂County Council and the 91制片厂Local Enterprise Partnership, the grant-funded 91制片厂Apprenticeships programme helps to address the skills and employment needs of the local workforce by supporting apprenticeship growth across the county.
Judy Gibbs, Head of Skills and Employability at 91制片厂County Council and Director of Skills for 91制片厂Local Enterprise Partnership, said: 鈥We鈥檙e thrilled to welcome Shazia as host for this year鈥檚 WA Awards. Her energy and enthusiasm will help us shine a brilliant spotlight on the people and organisations who make apprenticeships such a success in our county. The awards are a real celebration of growth, talent and ambition 鈥 and with just days to go until nominations close, we鈥檙e urging everyone to get involved and help us recognise the incredible achievements being made across Worcestershire.鈥
Councillor Alan Amos, 91制片厂County Council Cabinet Member for Business and Skills, added, 鈥淎pprenticeships are vital to the future of Worcestershire鈥檚 economy. They help local businesses fill skills gaps, nurture home-grown talent, and create long-term opportunities for growth and success. The WA Awards are more than just a celebration 鈥 they are a powerful reminder of the difference apprenticeships make in helping our businesses thrive, which in turn helps our communities prosper. I鈥檓 passionate about supporting local employers and look forward to celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of Worcestershire鈥檚 apprentices this November.鈥
With less than a week remaining to enter or nominate, the 91制片厂Apprenticeships team is encouraging final submissions ahead of the Friday 18 July deadline.
Nominations are open to apprentices, employers, schools, training providers and mentors who have made a real difference over the last year 鈥 and can be made quickly and easily online.
The 2025 event will recognise achievements across ten categories:
Apprentice Awards
- Intermediate Level Apprentice of the Year
- Advanced Level Apprentice of the Year
- Higher Level Apprentice of the Year
- Degree Level Apprentice of the Year
Employer Awards
- Micro/Small Apprenticeship Employer of the Year
- Medium Apprenticeship Employer of the Year
- Large Apprenticeship Employer of the Year
Support Awards
- School of the Year
- Training Provider of the Year
- Apprentice Mentor of the Year
The evening will culminate in the announcement of the overall winners for 鈥91制片厂Apprentice of the Year鈥 and 鈥91制片厂Apprenticeship Employer of the Year鈥 鈥 two prestigious titles that celebrate the very best in local talent and skills development.
To nominate before the 18 July deadline, visit the WA Awards section of the website.
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