Hancock promoted in Cabinet reshuffle
The government has promoted Matthew Hancock, Mike Penning and Esther McVey in today’s Cabinet reshuffle, while Labour also announced major changes to the Shadow Cabinet.…
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Newham College backs apprenticeship reforms
East London’s Newham College has thrown its backing behind proposed apprenticeship reforms that would see employers being paid directly, saying it would help improve quality.…
Government boosts Traineeships with extra £20 million
The government has set aside an extra £20 million to fund Traineeships as Prime Minister David Cameron declares all 16-25 years olds should be learning…
Engineers warn apprenticeship funding reforms could deter SMEs
One of the world’s largest organisations for engineers and technicians has warned that proposed reforms to government funding could lead to a reduction in UK…
Work Programme improving; media interest waning
The latest Work Programme statistics came out rather quietly last week. News desks across media outlets took one look at the improved figures and, by…
Digital learning is vital if we are to engage young people
Historically education was a very different experience when comparing it to the highly sophisticated, digital learning of today. Bulky text books and reams and reams…
How FE professionals can help young people enhance their career opportunities
Confidence in the business and professional services sectors is at a fifteen-year high, and young people need access to in-depth career guidance, across all industry…
Premier Colleges association launches to join Skills Show 2013
A new working association of FE institutions has brought together 20 colleges and a university to inspire young people and provide career development opportunities through…
The digital sector provides an opportunity to tackle youth unemployment
Youth unemployment figures released by the government in August showed a record high, but one industry that is currently experiencing a huge skills shortage and…
Labour unveils apprentice for each foreign worker plan
The Labour Party has announced plans to force companies to train a British apprentice every time they apply for a visa for a non-European Union…