Industry Warns of "Time-Critical" Skills Crisis without lack of bold reforms

Britain’s manufacturers are urging the Government to be far bolder on the pace of skills reforms or, risk the future success of the Industrial Strategy…

Apprentices Take Centre Stage in Parliament as Make UK Pushes for Skills Reform

During this year’s National Apprenticeship Week, Make UK brought together parliamentarians, industry leaders and award-winning apprentices to learn about the opportunities that apprenticeships can bring.…

Make UK calls for Skills Investment Pledge to reverse plummeting apprenticeship numbers

As National Apprenticeship Week 2026 kicks off, Make UK is calling on the Government to commit to a Skills Investment Pledge to address the decline…

Manufacturers Will Support The PM’s Skills Commitments, But Don’t Ignore Crucial Entry Routes Into Industry

Labour’s new investment in technical skills and apprenticeships signals real ambition for high-value training — but lower-level routes must not be left behind The headline…

Employers Should be at the Heart of DWP’s Approach to Skills

A recent report from the Education Committee warns of funding pressures and apprenticeship barriers. Manufacturers are urging government to ring-fence levy funds and expand incentives,…