Why a Plumbing Apprenticeship Is a Great Way to Earn While You Learn

For National Apprenticeship Week we interviewed third year plumbing student Lorcan Quinn from Northern Ireland. Lorcan shares his views on the value of a plumbing apprenticeship, and which qualities make a great apprentice.


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