30% of graduates struggle to find skilled jobs as student debt hits £260bn, data reveals
Ed Fidoe, CEO of the London Interdisciplinary School (LIS), promoted interdisciplinary learning to better prepare students for the job market.
Paradigm launches mental health and wellbeing hub for advisers
The hub consolidates resources such as tips for employers on supporting employee mental health, information on stress management.
Virgin Media O2 launches employee learning programme to build AI expertise
The initiative is designed to support employees’ career growth and adaptability in response to rapid technological changes.
Veterans to access enhanced career support through Op ASCEND
The free service has so far equipped 3,000 veterans and family members with the tools to make their next career move.
Tees Valley Scholarship to boost skills training for low-carbon energy sector
Applications are now open for the scholarship which aims to train a new generation of skilled workers in key industrial roles.
CBI Wales urges business involvement in apprenticeship design
Their briefing paper suggests making the apprenticeship system more efficient, targeting green industries, AI, and advanced manufacturing.
University of Strathclyde Unite members confirm two-week strike action
The development follows an attempt by the university to amend its initial pension proposals without consulting the union.
Liverpool City Region to trial new national work experience model
The work experiences will be tailored to address skills gaps and prepare local children for careers in technology.
Construction industry needs three-times more apprenticeship starts, says CITB
Currently, only 21% of construction businesses employ an apprentice, and only 10% employ more than one.
Civil Nuclear Constabulary celebrates National Apprenticeship Week
Announced last year, the Level Four NHOPOA trains recruits in the National Police Firearms Training Curriculum.
Barnsley councillors to vote on future of nurseries and school catering
The council said the changes aim to expand nursery provision to 30 hours a week while also ending subsidies of more than £1m across both services.
UK Black Business Entrepreneurs Conference kicks off first leg of Business Masterclass tour
The UK BBEC kicked off the first leg of its Business Masterclass tour at the NatWest Conference Centre in Bishopsgate, London.
