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Burnley College Learners Headed to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
NewApril 02, 202502:19

Burnley College Learners Headed to WorldSkills Shanghai 2026

Three Burnley College learners are set to compete in the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. They've earned success in national skills competitions and are now in an 18-month intensive training programme to represent the UK in the prestigious event hosted for the first time in China. This episode highlights their journey and the significance of the competition.

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In this episode, Emma and Daniel discuss the exciting journey of three Burnley College learners—Mackenzie Meeks, Stanley Ingham, and Daniel Wilson—who are set to compete in the WorldSkills Shanghai 2026. After excelling in national skills competitions, they are now undergoing an 18-month intensive training programme to represent the UK in the prestigious event hosted for the first time in China. With 1,500 young people from over 80 countries competing in technical skill disciplines, the competition offers a fantastic platform to collaborate, innovate, and learn from the best in the world. Neil Burrows from Burnley College and Ben Blackledge from WorldSkills UK share their thoughts on this remarkable opportunity for the learners. This episode highlights their determination and commitment, and we wish them every success as they work towards representing the UK in Shanghai.