Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards Attract Record Entries

Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards attract record entries

A record number of entries have been received for this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards, as manufacturers across the region continue to invest in young talent at a time when employers in other sectors warn entry-level roles for young people are disappearing.

Leeds awards highlight manufacturing talent

Leeds Manufacturing Festival has attracted a record number of entries for its 2026 awards, with 45 nominations submitted by 19 companies across the region. The total has increased from 38 entries from 18 businesses last year, reflecting continued investment by local manufacturers in early-career talent. The awards ceremony will take place at Leeds Beckett University on 4 June. Graduate of the Year and Mentor of the Year have been added as new ca…

Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards attract record entries as sector offers opportunities amid rising youth unemployment

A record number of entries have been received for this year’s Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards, as manufacturers across the region continue to invest in young talent at a time when employers in other sectors warn entry-level roles for young people are disappearing. The awards, which take place this week, attracted 45 nominations from 19 companies, […] The post Leeds Manufacturing Festival Awards attract record entries as sector offers opportu…