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Apprentices Morgan Kennard and Lewis Robinson Shortlisted for National Industry Awards

Apprentices Morgan Kennard and Lewis Robinson Shortlisted for National Industry Awards

We're proud to announce that two of our outstanding apprentices, Morgan Kennard and Lewis Robinson, have been shortlisted for top honours at the 2025 Bodyshop Magazine Awards.

Morgan is in the running for the Apprentice MET Award, while Lewis has been nominated for the Apprentice Panel Award —two highly competitive categories that recognise the technical skill, commitment, and promise of the next generation in the automotive repair industry.

As part of the awards process, both Morgan and Lewis travelled to Thatcham Research this week to take part in the practical assessment stage of the competition, where they demonstrated their capabilities in a hands-on environment alongside some of the best apprentices in the country.

The winners will be announced at a formal awards ceremony in October, held at the prestigious Belfry Hotel & Resort, and we'll be there to support and celebrate their achievements.

This recognition is a reflection of the effort, attitude, and high standards Morgan and Lewis bring to work every day. We wish them both the very best of luck for the final results and look forward to what's ahead.

Congratulations to Morgan and Lewis—you've done us proud.

About Autocraft: Autocraft is an independent, family-run, manufacturer-approved accident repair group with centres in Telford and Shrewsbury, repairing all makes of cars and light commercial vehicles since 1981.

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