Government reforms risk undermining the credibility of apprenticeships, says CIPD
Following the Government’s announcement today, Lizzie Crowley, senior skills adviser at the CIPD, questioned the effectiveness of proposed changes.
Middlesex University launches digital degree apprenticeships
The courses cover cyber security, data science, digital marketing, and user experience, with a focus on helping finance businesses address future skills shortages.
Government creates 120,000 new training places to build UK workforce
The plans cover training more bricklayers, carpenters and healthcare support workers, with reforms aimed at young, domestic talent.
Wiltshire College & University Centre surpasses 100 apprentices in 100 days target
Kyeisha Adams said: “We believe in investing in people and working with the college helps us to help our staff reach their potential."
The Bedford College Group partners with ACS Recruitment to boost student employability
The recruitment agency will support students at career events and open evenings, offering advice about employment options.
AAT launches virtual work experience programme for young people
Sam Hyams said: “Opportunities like this are invaluable - they give students a real sense of what a career in accountancy can look like."
easyJet to create over 30 engineering jobs and launch apprenticeship campus at Luton Airport
The facility, due to start operating in 2026, will also host an apprenticeship training campus for up to 40 new engineering apprentices each year.
Loughborough University awarded £20,000 to fund new physics technical apprentice
The money came from the UK ITSS, which split £60,000 between Loughborough, the University of Exeter and Northumbria University.
Network Rail Academy opens pathway for NEET youth
The initiative is designed to give NEET youth practical skills and job opportunities, helping to secure the future workforce for the rail sector.
Government cuts red tape to accelerate teacher recruitment
The Government has announced a major reform to teacher training routes, reducing the duration of postgraduate teaching apprenticeships (PGTAs).
Staffordshire County Council launches scheme to match care leavers with local jobs
The ‘Supporting Care Leavers into Employment’ scheme aims to match businesses with young people who have the right skills.
Train driver age cut to 18, opening thousands of jobs to school leavers
The Government announced that thousands of jobs and apprenticeships will be made available to those between 18 and 20 years old as early as December 2025, offering experience and long-term career opportunities.
