Business & Professional

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Truro and Penwith College Earns National Recognition in Inaugural CDI Careers Education Awards

Truro and Penwith College has been named runner-up in the Career Development Institute's (CDI) inaugural Careers Education Programme Award, receiving national recognition for the impact of its Career Zone – Your Future You programme.
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Truro and Penwith College confirms planned Chair of the Corporation handover

Truro and Penwith College has confirmed that Robert Townsend will step down as Chair of the Corporation at the end of the academic year, with fellow governor Kay Penney set to take up the role from September.
07 July 2026
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Hospitality Lecturer Champions Sustainability at Award-Nominated Senara Restaurant

Dean Bungay, Hospitality lecturer at Penwith College, is helping shape the future of sustainable hospitality by championing local sourcing, seasonal produce and low-waste cooking practices at the College's award-nominated Senara Restaurant.
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New Principal Carl Riding officially takes up post at Truro and Penwith College

Truro and Penwith College has officially welcomed Carl Riding as its new Principal, marking the start of a new chapter for one of the South West’s leading tertiary colleges.
Nick Hewer.

Apprentice TV Star to Headline College Business Conference

One of the UK’s most recognisable figures in business and broadcasting is set to headline a major conference in Cornwall this spring.
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Falmouth University and Truro and Penwith College sign landmark partnership to strengthen Cornwall’s skills pipeline

Falmouth University and Truro and Penwith College have formalised a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), reinforcing their shared commitment to developing skills, raising aspirations and developing a workforce that helps delivers growth for Cornwall.
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Learn for Life with Truro and Penwith College

Truro and Penwith College has announced a range of fully-funded and career boosting training opportunities for adults aged 19+, that will be delivered from Spring 2026 at no cost, subject to eligibility, thanks to the Cornwall Council Adult Skills Fund (ASF).
25 February 2026
Business & Professional

New apprenticeship supports Cornwall’s £251.6 billion Minerals Market ambitions

Brand-new Lab Technician Apprenticeship will support critical skills gaps in Cornwall's mission to lead the Global Minerals Market and support the UK's transition to clean power.
12 February 2026
Business & Professional
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World Record Holder Ann Daniels Inspires Women in Construction at Cornwall Leadership Event

Women working across Cornwall’s construction sector came together for an inspiring day of learning, reflection and empowerment, as world record-holding Arctic explorer Ann Daniels headlined a leadership and development event delivered in partnership with Truro & Penwith College.
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Truro and Penwith College appoints new Principal following national search

Truro and Penwith College is delighted to announce that Carl Riding has been appointed as its next Principal and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
03 December 2025
Business & Professional

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