MP Lee Barron Visits Tresham College in Corby to Mark Colleges Week 2025

Tresham College Corby, part of The Bedford College Group, proudly welcomed Corby and East Northamptonshire MP Lee Barron on Friday 7 March as part of the Group’s week-long celebration of Colleges Week 2025.

The visit highlighted the essential role of further education in shaping the future staffing of key sectors, aligning with the government’s five key missions for national development.

Mark Hughes, Interim Campus Principal at Tresham College, emphasised the value of showcasing student achievements:

“Colleges like ours play a vital role in developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. We are proud to offer students the skills and experience they need to progress into careers where they can make a real difference.”

Students also welcomed the opportunity to share their experiences. One Health & Social Care student remarked,

“It’s great to see our education being recognised as a key part of the future healthcare team. Today’s visit made me feel even more motivated to pursue my dream of becoming a nurse.”

The visit underscored the importance of further education in addressing the staffing challenges facing the healthcare sector and ensuring that students are equipped with the skills to support the NHS for years to come.

To learn more about the courses available at Tresham College across its campuses in Corby, Kettering, and Wellingborough, visit https://bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk/colleges-and-campuses/tresham-college/