The Association of Public Service Excellence announced that following a rigourous selection process, Education Contract Services' catering team  had been selected as one of the top finalists in their annual awards.

This year's awards have attracted over 500 submissions from across England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales.  Only four finalists have been shortlisted in each category.

Michael Hales, Head of Education Contract Services, said "This is wonderful news for the team again.  To have been able to reach this stage in these awards is wonderful and all the catering staff within our organisation should be very proud - just as I am."

Michael and his team will find out who the overall winner is at a special awards dinner at Upton Park on 7th September.