A Harpenden based IT support company has been shortlisted for a business award due to its commitment to investing in young talent.

Total Group, which is run by husband and wife Alison and Nathan Stewart, has reached the finals of the Hertfordshire Business Awards for the second year running. 

Over the last fourteen years the company has seen nine apprentices join the team, two of which are still employed a decade later.  

Total Group is one of six finalists in the in the category of 'Supporting Young People' - an award which celebrates the commitment of businesses in helping young people through education and employment.  

Now in its 18th year, winners of the Hertfordshire Business Awards will be announced on November 27.