Peter Collier is studying for a Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship with University of Staffordshire alongside his job at Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service.

He has been nominated in the Apprentice of the Year category of University of Staffordshire Business Awards by Work Based Education Officer Jenny Rutter.

She said: “Peter is a really humble and hardworking student who is passionate about his role in the fire service and wants to do everything he possibly can to create harmonious and collaborative communities.

“As part of Peter’s work-based project he wants to work with local schools and colleges to raise awareness of deliberate fires and the cost and implications to local communities. This isn’t just a tick box for Peter but is something very close to his heart.”