TALENTED student Dominic Martin was recognised for his academic achievements at the Abbey College Manchester end of year awards ceremony at Manchester Town Hall.

A-Level student Dominic, 20, of Whatcroft Hall Lane, Northwich, received a Progress Award for his excellent achievement in religious studies, in the Lord Mayor’s Parlour.

The evening recognised the achievements of the students who will be leaving the college this summer and looked back over the academic year, picking out student highlights and rewarding some of their outstanding achievements.

Guest of honour Richard Purchase, the director of Colleges and Development of the Alpha Plus Group, the parent company of Abbey College Manchester, presented the student awards and certificates.

Dominic, who has had an offer to study history at university, said: “I had such a great night and I was so pleased to share it with so many. I am over the moon to have received this award as I have worked so hard.”

Liz Elam, principal at Abbey College Manchester, said: “It was a wonderful evening and thoroughly enjoyed by all in an incredible venue. Dominic is one of our star students and has done incredibly well. He really deserved the recognition.”