LAUNCESTON based hairdresser, Craig Chapman, has been nominated for three British Hairdressing 2013 Awards.

The categories he has been nominated for are:

• Afro Hairdresser of the Year;

• Newcomer of the Year (Kayleigh who works at the salon);

• Regional Hairdresser of the Year (Wales and South West).

An event spokesperson said:?"These awards are the Oscars of the hairdressing industry, so this is an exciting time for the Craig Chapman Hair Design Salon."

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