College in search for old bangers (From Echo)

College in search for old bangers

2:00am Tuesday 7th July 2009 in

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CAR and van owners are being encouraged to support a trainee mechanics course, by donating old bangers.

Crown College’s new training centre, in Sutton Road, Southend, offers a qualification in motor vehicle studies.

But, to fulfill the practical elements of the course, students need old vehicles to work on.

James Duddridge, MP for Rochford and Southend East, is supporting the course and appealing for people to donate old cars, vans and motorcycles.

Mr Duddridge, who is visiting the college later this month, said: “This excellent vocational training course will give young people a great opportunity to learn the skills and knowledge to launch a career in the motor industry.

“I would urge local people and businesses who have old vehicles they do not need to donate them.

“Our future mechanics have to get practical experience to complete their course and progress with their careers.”

Elaine Wardrop, business development manager for the college, said: “Crown College has developed the qualification in response to demand from local schools and young people.

“The opening of our seventh training centre will build on Crown’s existing provision, delivering new opportunities for the young people of south east Essex.”

If you can donate a vehicle, contact Elaine on 01702 341169.