Ant & Dec to host Prince’s Trust Awards

ANT Mcpartlin and Declan Donnelly will return to host the annual Prince’s Trust Awards for a 10th year as it is shown on ITV for the first time.

The Prince of Wales, founder and president of the trust, will also attend the event, which celebrates the achievements of young people supported by the charity. Famous names from the worlds of film, TV, music and sport will present the prizes.

Donnelly said: “We’re honoured to play a part in the amazing work of the Prince’s Trust.

“The young people celebrated at the Prince’s Trust Awards have shown real strength, commitment and dedication and are proof that the support offered by the trust really is life changing.”

The Prince’s Trust helps young people from disadvantaged communities as they develop skills and confidence.

Founded by Charles in 1976, it supports those aged 11 to 30 across the UK who are unemployed, struggling at school or at risk of exclusion.

Martina Milburn, chief executive of the trust, said: “Each year, the Prince’s Trust Awards allows us to celebrate the achievements and admire the resilience of young people across the UK and internationally.

“It is with great pleasure and pride that this year, for the first time, we are able to broadcast the awards on ITV.”

The awards will be shown later this month on ITV and the ITV Hub.