CRAIG Collins, 17, of Yeovil, was judged a Winner in the Pride of Somerset Youth Awards.

Despite a difficult start in life, Craig worked hard at school, notched up an excellent attendance record, and came away with a clutch of high-grade GCSEs in the summer.

His nominator said: “This is a fantastic achievement. I believe he deserves recognition for all his hard work – he should be an inspiration to all young people.”

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