VET
CIPD call on Government to act on labour shortages
5 November 2021
Gerwyn Davies reveals the latest research from the CIPD on the skills crisis and highlights the need for long-term reform of government skills policy
Effective training in the not-for-profit sector
4 October 2021
Whether it’s your board or your volunteers, training in the charity sector needs focus says Matt...
TJ Awards 2017: the winners
4 December 2017
The winners of the TJ Awards 2017 were announced at a glittering awards' Gala Dinner held...
Skills shortages: Less talk, more action
20 September 2017
Industry should stop complaining about skill shortages and start doing something about it, says...
Government commits £170 million for Institutes of Technology to bridge the skills gap in the UK
1 February 2017
To boost skills, and to keep up with the accelerating pace of technical change, new strategies are...
Apprenticeships and skills minister called to give priority to lifelong learning
26 January 2017
As Brexit increases the urgency to close the skills gap MPs are seeking more funding for adult...
Rural living can seriously affect your access to skills
19 January 2017
A new report shows that those living in the countryside face real disadvantages in accessing skills
Government gives L&D professionals inadequate time to comment on the new IfA
16 January 2017
The Government is criticised for the “absurdly short period of time” given for responses to the...
Apprentice-led civil service team eyes big expansion in 2017
5 January 2017
A crack team of civil service apprentices is set to double in size in 2017, after Whitehall's...
Underpayment of apprentices spoiling the reputation of some VET
3 January 2017
New statistics show widespread underpayment of UK apprentices
Skills shortages are the biggest threat to UK competitiveness
20 December 2016
A new survey reveals that a lack of skills is compromising economic success and calls for greater...
Skills shortages in Europe not due to a lack of education and training
14 December 2016
A new briefing from CEDEFOP recognises there are skill shortages in certain industries and blames a...
TJ Awards 2016 – winners announced
6 December 2016
TJ Awards 2016 concluded with 45 winners being announced at a fabulous Gala Dinner in the City of...
Dishonest organisations and training suppliers jeopardise success of the apprenticeship levy
2 December 2016
A new report warns that employers and training providers might plan to use the levy funding but not...