Skills shortages are the biggest threat to UK competitiveness
A new survey reveals that a lack of skills is compromising economic success and calls for greater co-operation between business and Government
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Skills shortages in Europe not due to a lack of education and training
A new briefing from CEDEFOP recognises there are skill shortages in certain industries and blames a lack of interest in some sectors resulting in severe shortages.
TJ Awards 2016 – winners announced
TJ Awards 2016 concluded with 45 winners being announced at a fabulous Gala Dinner in the City of London
Dishonest organisations and training suppliers jeopardise success of the apprenticeship levy
A new report warns that employers and training providers might plan to use the levy funding but not provide the expected training
What do US employees want from their learning at work?
What are the top three changes in workplace learning that employees from across the Pond want from their organisations? Jeff Weber gives us a summary of some recent research.
Google embarks on a major training initiative to reduce the UK’s digital divide
Jonathan Owen reports on the digital skills crisis and Government delays that has prompted some of the biggest organisations in the UK to take action.
SMEs could suffer from lack of funding once the new apprenticeship levy is launched
The AELP warns that small and medium-employers, who supply more than half the country’s apprenticeships, could struggle once the new tax comes into force in April next year.
Government’s focus on numbers puts skills reform at risk
A new report from the City & Guilds Group advises Whitehall to focus on quality rather than quantity
Utilities leaders urged to embrace apprenticeship levy opportunity
Chris Wood explains why updated plans for the apprenticeship levy are positive news for disadvantaged young people and employers.
New report recommends a new, broader Baccalaureate for 14 – 19 year-olds
A new report from former Conservative education secretary Sir Kenneth Baker calls for a new approach to equip young people with the skills they need in the 21st century
