Tyler Chambers, Conservative candidate for the new Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd constituency at the 2026 Welsh Parliament election, has pledged his strong support for apprenticeships, marking National Apprenticeship Week by celebrating the vital role they play in transforming lives and strengthening local communities.

Mr Chambers believes apprenticeships are one of the most powerful tools available to help young people and career-changers build skills, confidence and real opportunities, while also supporting local businesses and the wider Welsh economy.

“Apprenticeships give people something incredibly valuable: practical skills that lead directly to good jobs,” he said.

“They build confidence, independence and ambition, and they set people up not just for work, but for long, successful careers.”

Mr Chambers highlighted the importance of ensuring apprenticeships are treated with the same respect as academic routes, stressing that success should never be defined by a single path and that different people thrive in different ways.

“Apprenticeships are about combining learning with real-world experience, giving people the opportunity to develop skills, knowledge and confidence in a way that suits how they learn and work best,” added Chambers.

“What matters most is that every young person has access to high-quality options that reflect their interests and ambitions. Apprenticeships are a core part of that picture and deserve the same recognition and support as any other pathway.”

He also paid tribute to local employers, training providers and mentors who invest time and resources into developing the next generation of skilled workers across Brycheiniog Tawe Nedd.

“Our local businesses play a huge role in making apprenticeships work, and they deserve real recognition for stepping up and backing young people,” Mr Chambers said.

“When we support apprenticeships, we support local jobs, local growth and stronger communities.”

Looking ahead to the 2026 election, Tyler Chambers pledged to be a strong advocate for apprenticeships in the Senedd, ensuring they remain accessible, high-quality and closely aligned with the needs of local employers and the Welsh economy.

“If elected, I will be a loud champion for apprenticeships,” he said.“That means celebrating success stories, promoting opportunities, and making sure more people know that apprenticeships can open doors, whatever your background or stage of life.”

Mr Chambers concluded by encouraging young people, parents and employers to use National Apprenticeship Week as a chance to explore the opportunities on offer.

“This week is about celebrating what apprenticeships already deliver and making sure even more people can benefit from them in the future.”