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Yahoo
2 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.
Glasgow Times
2 days ago
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Hamilton stonemason in running to be 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.
Daily Record
4 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Motherwell builder cements semi-final place in Screwfix's search for UK's Top Tradesperson
Martin Daly, 30, who owns MD Builders Ltd, has worked as a builder for 13 years. A builder from Motherwel l has beaten stiff competition to cement a semi-final place in Screwfix's search for the UK's Top Tradesperson. Martin Daly, 30, who owns MD Builders Ltd, has worked as a builder for 13 years. Professionalism and dedication are what set Martin apart from the hundreds of entries from tradespeople across the UK and Ireland. Working in construction gives Martin the opportunity to learn and grow. From mastering new trades to tackling unique challenges like extending a 17th-century building, every project is a journey of transformation and discovery. For Martin it's incredibly fulfilling to enhance a piece of history, witness the process firsthand and see the joy on customers' faces when the work is complete. Martin 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 the building trade and look forward to showcasing my skills." The semi-final stage will see Martin 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, that one winner will be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025 and take home a £20,000 trade bundle of tools, tech, and training. 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."
Leader Live
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Leader Live
Flintshire heating engineer reaches national competition
Dean Jones from Northop is through to the semi-final stage of Screwfix's search for the UK and Ireland's top tradesperson. The overall winner will take home a £20,000/€20,000 prize bundle of tools, tech, and training. Dean, 44, who runs Jones the Gas, has worked as a heating engineer for 25 years. Professionalism and dedication are what set Dean apart from the hundreds of entries from tradespeople across the UK and Ireland. As a heating engineer, he absolutely loves his job and the industry and has worked hard to provide customers with the very best craftmanship. For Dean, this means more than just taking pride in every job, it's about raising the standard of the industry and leaving a legacy of quality. The semi-final stage will see Dean 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, where one winner will be crowned Screwfix Top Tradesperson 2025 and take home the prize. Dean 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." He added: "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 heating trade and look forward to showcasing my skills.' TOP STORIES Cost of reverting 52 roads back to 30mph in Wrexham revealed Taxi driver to lose job after speeding in 20mph zone saw him stripped of licence 'Totally unique' floating markets to visit North Wales later this month 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.'
