New roles for apprentices

UP TO 13 new apprentice posts will be created in Midlothian as part of a training programme.

The positions, which will be advertised this summer, include joiner, electrician, gardener, chef, architectural technician, quantity surveyor and roadworker.

The jobs are being created through the Commercial Services Trainee and Apprentice Programme 2010.

Trainees will benefit from Midlothian Council's formal training arrangements, which can count towards recognised industry qualifications.