Skills Minister Jacqui Smith Speech at Parliamentary Reception for WorldSkills UK

by SCTP | Oct 23, 2026 | News

Transcript of Skills Minister Jacqui Smith’s speech at a Parliamentary reception for WorldSkills UK on 19 October 2026.

Over 100,000 Job and Training Opportunities a Year to Give Young People a Route into Britain’s Growth Industries as Part of Industrial Strategy

by SCTP | Oct 23, 2026 | News

This joint DBIST/DWP joint press release states that young people will get thousands more opportunities to start skilled careers in some of Britain’s fastest-growing industries, as government and businesses join forces to expand apprenticeships, work experience and...

10,000 Young People to Get Foot in the Door of Britain’s Tech Sector as Work Placements Rolled Out Across the Country

by SCTP | Oct 23, 2026 | News

This cross-departmental government press release explains how 10,000 young people will get the chance to get experience under their belt, build up their CVs, and get their foot in the door of Britain’s digital and tech sector.

Funding Allocations to Training Providers: 2026 to 2027

by SCTP | Oct 23, 2026 | News

The DfE has published funding values for colleges, training organisations and employers with an adult skills fund, apprenticeship or advanced learner loan contract for 2026 to 2027.

Adult Education and Skills Funding Allocations

by SCTP | Oct 23, 2026 | News

Information on how the DfE/DWP allocate adult skills funding, loan facilities and bursaries, apprenticeships carry-in and non-levy extensions to providers.