1 in 5 Brits don’t remember how to work out fractions
Research shows that British adults are struggling to remember key principles of English, Maths and Science
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Apprenticeship levy must have ‘clear and coherent strategy for implementation’
SNP Spokesperson for Business, Innovation and Skills, Hannah Bardell, says “the implementation of the apprenticeship levy and the proportion allocated to Scotland is far from clear
Degree apprenticeships have potential to fill skills gaps
‘Degree apprenticeships’ have been lauded by Universities UK (UUK) and Business Secretary, Sajid Javid, as ‘life-changing opportunities’ with the potential to plug more specific skills gaps.
Government failing to increase ‘quality’ apprenticeships
Shadow BIS secretary, Angela Eagle, warns that “when it comes to apprenticeships, the Government is overly focused on quantity over quality.”
Virtual field trip informs pupils on opportunities in manufacturing
Ahead of UK National Apprenticeship Week the Alcoa Foundation and Discovery Education hosted a live, virtual field trip for pupils worldwide
Employers question Government’s apprenticeship policy
A group of top employers have expressed concern that government targets on apprenticeships will not meet the needs of sectors with the most critical skills shortages.
Lack of skills in construction could cripple the industry
The government has asked the construction industry to probe and remove potential barriers preventing young people from taking up careers in construction
CIMA launches updated Certificate in Business Accounting
The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) has today launched an updated CIMA Certificate in Business Accounting
Supply chain apprenticeship standards not fully approved
NCFE has welcomed the government’s decision to approve one of the apprenticeship standards submitted by the Supply Chain Trailblazer group but it urges the adoption of the LGV and warehouse standard.
Remastering apprenticeships
Kirstie Donnelly reviews current thinking on apprenticeships and calls for greater recognition of their value
