Two island women have become the first to achieve Modern Apprenticeship accreditation
as Harris Tweed weavers, a milestone for both the industry and the national Modern
Apprentice programme which has never previously accredited an individual in self-
Jacqueline Craig and Anne Marie Henderson received their certificates from Cllr Alasdair Macleod at an event held as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week.
Cllr Macleod commented: “I am very pleased to present these certificates today, this project has tested new ground for Modern Apprentice delivery and we are proud to be involved.
“There has been a considerable joint effort here from those who conceived and funded
the project to the training officers involved in the co-
The Modern Apprenticeships were delivered as part of a wider project to support the Harris Tweed industry.
Community trusts at Horshader and North Tolsta used revenue from their wind turbines
to purchase double-
First Modern Apprenticeships awarded in Harris Tweed weaving
8 March 2017
Jacqueline Craig and Anne Marie Henderson