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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Ayrshire tradesman secures semi-final spot at £20k industry competition
Darryl White, 31, who runs Darryl White Home Improvements, has worked as a heating and plumbing engineer for eight years. A heating and plumbing engineer from Ayr has beaten stiff competition to secure a semi-final place in Screwfix's search for the UK's Top Tradesperson, which is now in its 16th year. Darryl White, 31, who runs Darryl White Home Improvements, has worked as a heating and plumbing engineer for eight years. Professionalism and dedication are what set Darryl apart from the hundreds of entries from tradespeople across the UK and Ireland. Helping customers bring their vision to life and seeing the joy in the finished product is what Darryl thinks is the most rewarding part of the job. Passionate about giving back to the local community, Darryl has set up a non-profit organisation to help local apprentices, local community groups, entrepreneurs and sports clubs and has raised more than £25,000. The semi-final stage will see Darryl compete against more than 40 other tradespeople, presenting their skills and story to judges from Screwfix. The semi-finalists will be whittled down to just 10 before advancing to the national final at Screwfix Live in September. And it's at Screwfix Live, after being put through their paces by a panel of industry experts, one winner will be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025 and take home a £20,000 trade bundle of tools, tech, and training. Darryl says: 'When I heard that I had been successful in getting to the semi-final stage of the Screwfix Top Tradesperson competition I was shocked. 'It's an honour to compete against such talented individuals, and I'm excited to share my story with the judges. I'm passionate about the building trade and look forward to showcasing my skills.' This year's successful winner will join the likes of the current Top Tradesperson, plumber Mohammed Rahman, and 2023 winner, Astrid Arnold, in the growing Screwfix Hall of Fame. Jack Wallace, Marketing Director at Screwfix, added: 'Now in its 16th year, our search for the UK and Ireland's Top Tradesperson continues to highlight the exceptional talent within the trade industry. 'This year's entries have been truly inspiring, and I wish all semi-finalists the best of luck as they compete for this year's title.'
Scotsman
3 days ago
- Business
- Scotsman
Talented heating and plumbing engineer from Ayr reaches semi-finals in national competition
Darryl White from Ayr is through to the semi-final stage of the search for the UK and Ireland's Top Tradesperson Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Darryl will now battle it out against over 40 other semi-finalists Overall winner will take home £20,000/€20,000 prize bundle of tools, tech, and training Darryl White, a heating and plumbing engineer from Ayr, has beaten stiff competition to secure a semi-final place in Screwfix's search for the UK's Top Tradesperson, which is now in its 16th year. Darryl, 31, who runs Darryl White Home Improvements, has worked as a heating and plumbing engineer for 8 years. Professionalism and dedication are what set Darryl apart from the hundreds of entries from tradespeople across the UK and Ireland. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Darryl White Helping customers bring their vision to life and seeing the joy in the finished product is what Darryl thinks is the most rewarding part of the job. Passionate about giving back to the local community, Darryl has set up a non-profit organisation to help local apprentices, local community groups, entrepreneurs and sports clubs and has raised more than £25,000. The semi-final stage will see Darryl compete against over 40 other tradespeople, presenting their skills and story to judges from Screwfix. The semi-finalists will be whittled down to just ten before advancing to the national final at Screwfix Live in September. And it's at Screwfix Live, after being put through their paces by a panel of industry experts, one winner will be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025 and take home a £20,000/€20,000 trade bundle of tools, tech, and training. Darryl says: 'When I heard that I had been successful in getting to the semi-final stage of the Screwfix Top Tradesperson competition I was shocked. It's an honour to compete against such talented individuals, and I'm excited to share my story with the judges. I'm passionate about the building trade and look forward to showcasing my skills.' A chance to join the Hall of Fame Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad This year's successful winner will join the likes of the current Top Tradesperson, plumber Mohammed Rahman, and 2023 winner Astrid Arnold in the growing Screwfix Hall of Fame.
South Wales Guardian
3 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Ammanford plumber in semi final of national competition
Paul Williams, 48, who owns Albert Williams Ltd, has been a plumber for more than 30 years. Mr Williams loves problem solving and interacting with customers - going above and beyond to deliver the highest standards on every job. He is following in his father's footsteps and regularly writes training documents for other heating and plumbing engineers. He is up against more than 40 other tradespeople who will be whittled down to just ten before advancing to the national final at Screwfix Live in September, when one winner will be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025 and take home a £20,000 trade bundle of tools, tech, and training. Mr Williams said: 'When I heard that I had been successful in getting to the semi-final I was shocked. "It's an honour to compete against such talented individuals, and I'm excited to share my story with the judges. I'm passionate about plumbing and look forward to showcasing my skills.' Jack Wallace, marketing director at Screwfix, said: 'Now in its 16th year, our search for the UK and Ireland's Top Tradesperson continues to highlight the exceptional talent within the trade industry. This year's entries have been truly inspiring, and I wish all semi-finalists the best of luck as they compete for this year's title.'
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Have a weed-free garden & driveway for the rest of summer thanks to Home Bargains handy gadget on sale for under £10
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) IF stubborn weeds keep popping up around your garden and driveway, Home Bargains has just the thing. You can tackle these unwanted plants in seconds using this handy gadget. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 The Bright Spark Weedburner with Piezo Ignition is available now available for just £9.99 from Home Bargains Credit: Home Bargains This handy item will "obliterate" any weed it comes into contact with, and now it's cheaper than ever. Home Bargains recently slashed a whopping 67% off the price of this gardening tool. Savvy shoppers can pick up the Bright Spark Weedburner with Piezo Ignition for just £9.99, reduced from £24.99. The gadget uses butane propane mix gas cartridge to burn weeds away. It destroys the plant's cell structure, offering an environmentally friendly solution to weeds. So hoems with small children and pets don't have to worry about any hazardous chemicals being left over. This also helps to protect the plants you do actually want in your garden. Complete with an ergonomic handle design and a self igniting piezo system, this cordless and lightweight item is compltely user-friendly. It even has an adjustable flame setting for your added ease and comfort. Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down And if that's not enough reasons to invest, this buy is also economical to use. It doesn't require batteries or electricity and can be easily maintained by refilling the gas cartridges when neccessary. You can find these at most DIY stores and hardwares. "This eco-friendly, cordless marvel uses intense heat to obliterate weeds for effortless gardening," the product description read. Or if you want a more high-end buy, Screwfix has a pricier weedburner for sale. The Hozelock Green Power Turbo Gas Weed Burner is available for £139.99 from Screwfix. More weed hacks MORE cheap hacks to banish weeds from your garden for good. BRUSH OFF: Gardening fans have raved about the Rolson Weed Brush, which you can buy from B&M. One social media user commented: "This is my new friend. £4 from B&M", whilst a second agreed: "I used one of these too and it's brilliant. It removes the whole weed too." BAKE IT: Gardening enthusiasts have also praised baking soda for tackling weeds. One man explained: ''What will then happen is the plants will absorb it, as they get damp when it starts to rain because they're thirsty - because it's been sunny. That's nature's way of killing it.'' WASH THIS: According to Sam Marlow, a gardening expert, washing powder is an affordable way to say goodbye to weeds. He advised: "If you're on a budget, there's a cheap way to keep weeds at bay. If you want to remove persistent unwanted plants from paths or patios, try using washing powder. It's a super easy way to banish weeds once and for all.' More on gardening One homeowner used a 30p hack to tackle stubborn weeds on her patio. And a £6 buy that stops weeds growing in the first place and improves your soil. A gardening expert revealed the best way to prevent weeds "naturally". Plus, a 55p kitchen staple that "suffocates" weeds, banishing them for good. And a common mistake which causes weeds to grow in grass, according to gardening experts.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hamilton stonemason in running to be crowned the UKs top tradesperson
A stonemason is in the running to be crowned the UK and Ireland's top tradesperson. Scott Reid, 35, from Hamilton, has reached the semi-finals of Screwfix's Top Tradesperson competition. The contest is open to tradespeople across the UK and Ireland and aims to showcase the skill, professionalism and impact of those working in the industry. Read more: Four Glasgow students named winners of prestigious accountancy award Scott, who runs Stratum Masonry and has 16 years of experience, was selected from hundreds of entries across the UK. He said: 'When I heard that I had been successful in getting to the semi-final stage of the Screwfix Top Tradesperson competition I was shocked. 'It's an honour to compete against such talented individuals, and I'm excited to share my story with the judges. 'I'm passionate about stonemasonry and look forward to showcasing my skills.' At the semi-finals, Scott will present his skills and story to a panel of judges from Screwfix, competing against more than 40 other tradespeople. Only ten finalists will advance to the national final, which will take place at Screwfix Live in September. Read more: Eight-mile fundraising walk to return to Glasgow in September The overall winner will receive a £20,000 prize bundle of tools, tech and training, and earn a place in the Screwfix Hall of Fame, joining previous winners like plumber Mohammed Rahman and 2023 winner Astrid Arnold. Jack Wallace, marketing director at Screwfix, said: 'Now in its 16th year, our search for the UK and Ireland's Top Tradesperson continues to highlight the exceptional talent within the trade industry. 'This year's entries have been truly inspiring, and I wish all semi-finalists the best of luck as they compete for this year's title.' More information about the competition can be found on the Screwfix website.
