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Sodexo pledges to recruit 100 foundation-level apprentices
The programme will mainly support 16 to 21-year-olds get started in catering and hospitality.
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Construction training fails to meet retrofit workforce needs, report reveals
CITB and the FMB highlighted gaps in current training provision and the need for a competent workforce to deliver energy-efficient upgrades across the UK’s housing stock.
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IMI warns apprenticeship reforms could put automotive safety at risk
The Institute of the Motor Industry and 10 automotive employers have written to Pat McFadden MP warning that proposed apprenticeship reforms could weaken training quality in safety-critical automotive roles.
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Andy Burnham calls for more support to tackle youth unemployment
Burnham stated that he would push for “parity” between academic and technical routes, promising a clear path for every young person into work.
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Make UK launches fast-track apprenticeship for experienced engineers
The revised level 3 apprenticeship is aimed at experienced engineers, with each candidate assessed at the start to identify existing skills and knowledge.
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Generation Logistics praised in Parliament for helping attract future talent
The Generation Logistics campaign has been recognised by Transport Select Committee chair Ruth Cadbury MP for helping raise awareness of careers in logistics and supporting the sector's future workforce.
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46% of SME leaders now value apprenticeships as highly as degrees, data finds
Nearly half of UK workers said their university education is irrelevant to today’s workforce, according to data from Employment Hero.
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Government shifts funding to apprenticeships, targets poor-quality degrees
The Government said it would offer a “new deal for young people” with more real choices to get into work.
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Lloyds to recruit for over 1,000 new AI roles
The roles include data and AI scientists, engineers, responsible AI specialists and AI product managers.
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DN Colleges Group launches campaign to bridge regional skills gaps
Free online courses cover subjects such as health and social care, mental health awareness, leadership, digital skills, business and education.
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Transport Scotland launches £1.94bn procurement for remaining A9 dualling works
Transport Scotland has launched a £1.94bn procurement process for the remaining sections of the A9 Dualling Programme, with work expected to support jobs, training opportunities and supply chain businesses across Scotland.
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CIPD calls for apprenticeship guarantee as youth unemployment rises
Responding to the publication of the Milburn Review interim report and latest ONS figures, the CIPD said greater investment and policy intervention were needed to support young people entering the labour market.