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We're excited to introduce the fourth edition of the British Training Awards! Will you join our quest to discover and celebrate the individuals, teams and suppliers who are passionate about L&D's role in building a thriving workforce?
Nominations are open to everyone and there's no cost to enter. Firms previously taking part include start-up pioneers, tech unicorns, global titans, not-for-profits and everything in between. However big or small, we’d love to hear how your initiatives are helping to create a better working world.
Nate Harwood, Founder of New Possible, said: “We’re immensely proud to launch the fourth edition of the British Training Awards. As the world changes at pace, organisations must learn and adapt faster than ever before. Success depends on an agile workforce, and our mission is to recognise the teams and individuals driving that change.”
Below you can find out more about the British Training Awards, including key dates, why you should consider getting involved and how to get started.
Key Dates
- Nominations Open: 23rd February 2026
- Nominations Close: 1st May 2026
- Finalists Announced: 27th May 2026
- Winners Announced: 8th July 2026
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Categories
With exciting new categories and the return of many firm favourites, there’s sure to be a category for you. Explore all the categories by clicking here.
The ‘L&D Experience of the Year’ category is decided by employee feedback captured using a short survey. If you choose to enter this category (there's no cost), we’ll send you a personalised feedback link. Feedback can be collected until 20th May. Once Winners are announced, New Possible will share the responses with you, along with a free summary report. You can also request a feedback link by emailing hello@newpossible.io.
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Meet our expert Judging panel
Paul Buckland-White, Senior Director of Global Learning and Development at Smith+Nephew / Shannon Drew, Head of Learning & Development / Kate Large, Director of Learning & Development at Mitie / Sarah Maclot, Talent & Culture Director at Pinnacle Pet Group / Keith McDougall, Global Director of Learning & Development at Bupa / Chris McLaughlin, Head of Academies at Booking.com / Jenny Morgan, Head of Talent & Learning at Starling Bank / Gemma Paterson, Head of Culture Innovation at Lloyds Banking Group / Matt Porter, Head of Learning and Development at Popeyes Louisiana Chicken UK / Prachi Prasad, Global Head of Leadership & Learning Development at dunnhumby / Jodie Pritchard, Director of Learning & Development at Barnardo's / Victoria Shaw, L&D Leader / Dr Leanne Simpson, Global Director Training & Technical Documentation at Smiths Detection / Karen Suddards, Global Learning Manager at Bentley Motors / Dr Paul Taylor-Pitt, OD Consultant and Director at Metamorphosish / Michelle Tindale, Director of Academy & Advisory at UKAS / Liggy Webb, Author, Presenter and Consultant
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What is our Judging panel looking for?
- Impactful initiatives that are clearly explained.
- A clear rationale for why the initiatives were implemented, including their objectives and what has been achieved.
- Evidence of success: What were the overall outcomes and impacts of the initiatives? Ideally metrics, but feedback, anecdotes, or case studies are also welcome. Judges will look for return on investment and tangible impact since implementation.
- Achievements outlined in the entry should have occurred in the past 12 months.
Click here to read some top tips from one of our previous Judges.
Why get involved?
- Promote your organisation to a wide audience: Being named a Finalist or indeed a Winner will help to raise the profile of your organisation across customers, partners, and potential employees.
- Recognise the work of your people: Highlight the individuals and teams who are helping to power your organisation forward.
- Receive great PR: We’ll be profiling our Winners and issuing a press release to help promote the teams and individuals recognised by the British Training Awards.
- No cost: There’s no cost to enter. Being accessible to every firm is one of our core principles, and that’s why we’re encouraging entries from a wide range of organisations.
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Getting started
To enter an organisation or individual, please click here.
To discuss our awards further, email hello@newpossible.io, or call us on 0161 706 0618.
Good luck to all nominees in this year’s British Training Awards!
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