Crossrail’s new Tunnelling and Underground Construction Academy received a Royal visit recently from His Royal Highness, The Duke of York.
The Duke met some of the 70 apprentices currently working on the Crossrail project, before the start of ‘major tunnelling activity’ next month.
Crossrail Chairman Terry Morgan said:
“Crossrail is committed to delivering at least 400 apprenticeships over the lifetime of the project. I’m delighted that HRH The Duke of York had an opportunity to learn first hand about the importance of apprenticeships and also meet directly with young people to hear their experiences.
“In these tough economic times, apprenticeships deliver a structured vocational learning and development route for young people while also providing employers with the ability to harness new and emerging talent.”
