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Andrew Smith (right) meets Lord Snowdon Photo courtesy Snowdon Award |
Hadlow College mature student Andrew Smith recently received a grant from the Snowdon Award Scheme.
The grant was awarded to assist with transport costs Andy incurred when he undertook work experience at Calverton Fish Farm in Nottinghamshire.
Andrew worked for 24 years as a bus and coach driver in Hawkhurst until he was diagnosed with a mild form of Parkinson’s disease in 2004. Unable to continue driving public service vehicles, Andrew studied for a National Diploma in Fisheries at Hadlow College during which time he received the Principal’s Award for Outstanding Achievements. He is currently studying for a Foundation degree in fisheries management.
Andrew applied to the Snowdon Award Scheme for help with his travel following placement at the Environment Agency-operated Calverton Fish Farm and was presented with the grant by Lord Snowdon.
Calverton Fish Farm has also awarded Andrew with a commendation, only the third time this has been presented in 26 years.
Andrew hopes to find work in the fisheries industry and is particularly interested in the conservation aspect.
The Snowdon Award Scheme was set up in 1981. It provides grants to physically disabled and sensory impaired students studying in the UK in further or higher education or those training towards employment.
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