T Level Placements Reformed to open up new Qualification
More students will be able to access crucial T Level industry placements thanks to reforms designed to cut red tape and boost the number taking…
Department for Education (DfE)
Key Further & Higher Education Statistics 2023-24 | Sector Reaction
The Department for Education’s latest statistical release reveals significant trends in post-compulsory education, with notable gender disparities and changing enrollment patterns across different sectors. Further…
16 to 19 English and Maths Funding Overhaul: What You Need to Know
The Big Investment The Department for Education has unveiled major changes to maths and English teaching requirements for 16-19 education in England, with significant implications…
Historic Northern Ireland Education Summit
The Secretary of State for Education Bridget Phillipson made a visit to Northern Ireland (20th – 21st November), where she participated in the UK Education Ministerial Council…
New Skills Hubs Launched to get Britain Building
5,000 more construction apprenticeship places will be made available per year thanks to £140m industry investment to get Britain building again. A total of 32…
Launch of One Login Makes Apprenticeships Easier
The apprenticeship service has now fully transitioned into one platform, simplifying the way employers, apprentices and training providers interact with the government, making the process…
Skills Minister announces Local Government Pension Scheme for FE Colleges and National Insurance support
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith confirms National Insurance support and Local Government Pension Scheme for FE Colleges FE Colleges to be given Employer National Insurance support…
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith Sets Out Vision for Skills Reform
Skills Minister Jacqui Smith Spoke at AELP’s Autumn conference, outlining the government’s vision for skills reform in England. She highlighted the creation of Skills England,…
National Apprenticeship Week Announced for 10th – 16th February 2025
Preparations are underway for the 18th annual celebration of apprenticeships and skills and the contributions they make to businesses and communities. Individuals, employers, and partners from…
Can a Scientific Council Transform FE? DfE Unveils New Science Advisory Council
A panel of scientific experts is set to provide education policy makers with advice on strategic and emerging issues through a new Science Advisory Council,…