From today, school leavers from Carlisle are being given the chance to get some free construction training.

Carlisle City Council, Construction Skills, Carlisle College and Connexions have joined forces to provide a specialist week-long 'Construction Experience' course. Twelve young people who have recently left school will be trying their hand at some practical tasks, as well as visiting local construction sites.

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Training will be provided by qualified professionals. It will include painting and decorating; carpentry and joinery; plastering and brickwork and will also provide the chance to visit construction sites. Connexions will also help students apply for jobs, college courses or training programmes.

Leader of Carlisle City Council, Cllr Mike Mitchelson, said: "This is a great opportunity for new school leavers to get some hands-on practical experience and advice about careers in the construction industry. It will hopefully provide a stepping stone for those seeking a job in the construction business or looking to take part in further training or study."

The event has been organised by Carlisle City Council, as part of the Learning City priority and sponsored by Carlisle Renaissance.

(CD/JM)