First Bus opens Colchester learning centre to boost employee skills
This centre is part of a learning initiative developed with Unite the Union, which supports both vocational and non-vocational training.
Secondary school teacher recruitment nearly 40% below target, report finds
The Teacher Labour Market in England Annual Report 2025 warned that under-recruitment is likely to continue into 2025/26, raising concerns.
Government defence spending must focus on skills development – Engineering by Murray
STEM industries have been plagued by a shortage of technical engineers for several years, with the Institute of Mechanical Engineers warning of a workforce crisis.
Knowsley Council offers funding to boost local apprentice hiring
To qualify for the Apprenticeship Grant, recruits must be Knowsley residents and hired through the Knowsley Apprentice team.
BMA begins legal action over Federation of Royal Colleges of Physicians exam
222 were doctors told they had passed the Part 2 Written Examination in September 2023 when they had failed.
Rising tuition fees push Gen Z to STEM degrees with higher earning potential, research finds
In contrast, applications for language courses have declined by 13.06%, reflecting a shift towards degrees with higher financial returns.
Housing organisations innovate recruitment to boost diversity and skills – Housing Today
The report focused on actionable steps rather than policy changes, drawing on contributions from leaders across various housing organisations.
Coventry Building Society to equip workforce with skills for the future
Coventry Building Society has joined the Financial Services Skills Commission to help equip its employees with the skills they need for the future.
How apprenticeships are shaping the future of financial services
Alan Longhorn of Bank of Ireland shares how apprenticeship programs are creating opportunities in financial services.
SLC launches Glasgow apprenticeships during Scottish Apprenticeship Week
The 12 to 18-month programme will start on 30th June and is being delivered in conjunction with education provider, Babington.
University of Edinburgh plans to reduce staff as part of strategy to address financial deficit
The move reflects growing financial pressures across the UK’s higher education sector.
Government skills training scheme expanded to help 100,000 people into work
This will mean surpassing the previous target of 80,000 and offering new opportunities in some of the country’s most deprived communities.
