After a phenomenal performance at the Regional Association of Hairdressers and Therapists (AHT) competition earlier this week, 11 of our super talented Hair, Beauty and Make-Up students have secured a place at the national finals in Blackpool! More than 550 students from 19 colleges competed in the Regional Competition held at the Fed in Gateshead. Lola Richardson (second pic) came first in Feminine Bridal Make-Up, and second in Theatrical Aging Make-Up. She said: “I came sixth in last year’s regional competition and I’ve tried really hard to better myself in time for this year’s competition, so I feel really proud of myself. I was so happy when my name was called out and I’m so excited to go to Blackpool.” Read more: https://orlo.uk/AHT2025_b8PLQ