The Prime Minister has visited staff and apprentices at East Midlands firm J Wright Roofing in an effort to learn more about roofing apprenticeships.
Managing director Jason Wright welcomed David Cameron and several of his staff to the Bulwell, Nottingham-based premises on January 12, where the PM met the latest group of ten apprentices to join the company.
After discussing their experiences and motivations for joining J Wright Roofing, Mr. Cameron inspected the training area where former apprentice and now fully qualified roofer, Linden Blackwood, explained the skills of tiling and instructed the Prime Minister in completing a small area himself.
Following the visit, Jason Wright said:
“We are honoured that Mr Cameron chose to visit us within his busy schedule; he had looked at our website and was particularly interested in the work experience we offer.
“He was keen to find out about roofing apprenticeships and their importance in the industry. We explained our connection with the local school and our plans to run a vocational course for the younger students so that they can gain experience in health and safety, site work and an idea of what the apprenticeship offers, before they reach school-leaving age.”
He added:
“David Cameron’s visit has been a big boost for all of us at J Wright Roofing, the college and of course the apprentices. It makes all our hard work worthwhile and I am delighted that we have been recognised.”
