BURY (October 2026) – Allegion will sponsor the Diploma in Scheduling Award at the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI) Education Awards for a third consecutive year, continuing its support for professional development and emerging talent in architectural ironmongery.
The awards will take place at Hilton London Bankside on Friday 20 November. Now in its 46th year, this flagship industry event recognises those who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to developing their knowledge, skills and expertise through the GAI’s education programme.
Through its sponsorship of the Diploma in Scheduling Award, Allegion is championing individual achievements in a discipline widely regarded as the technical backbone of architectural ironmongery.
Commenting on Allegion’s continued sponsorship and the importance of scheduling, Pete Hancox, Country Manager, said:
“Allegion shares the GAI’s commitment to excellence in education and higher industry standards. Our continued support reflects the value we place on professional development, recognised qualifications and nurturing the next generation of industry experts.
“Scheduling demands detailed knowledge of life safety, fire regulations, accessibility and security within an evolving regulatory landscape. By returning as sponsor of the Diploma in Scheduling Award, we are reinforcing our belief that correctly specified door hardware is integral to safety and usability in the built environment.
“The Guild and its education programme play a pivotal role in developing the skills and knowledge our industry needs to succeed. We are proud to play our part in this work as we celebrate the industry’s rising stars. Good luck to everyone nominated for this year’s award.”
For more information about the 46th GAI Education Awards, visit: https://www.gai.org.uk/GAI/GAI/GAIEducationAwards/GAI-Education-Awards-2026.aspx
To find out more about Allegion, visit: www.allegion.co.uk
