THE Oxfordshire Apprenticeship Awards are now open for entries for bright young apprentices to be recognised for their hard work and commitment.

Apprentices living or working in Oxfordshire who have completed a minimum of 12 months of a Education and Skills Funding apprenticeship, or have completed a full apprenticeship within the 12-month period, can be nominated.

Awards include a Special Recognition Award and Higher Apprentice of the Year.

The ceremony will be held at Blenheim Palace in March 2018.