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Post-16 Reform is Moving Fast, but is Assessment Keeping Up?

by SCTP | May 7, 2026 | News

This NCFE article from SCTP member, NCFE, explains why assessment must continue to keep pace with sector reforms if learners are to achieve the outcomes they deserve.

Skills England Backs Level 7 Apprenticeship Defunding Despite Sector Pushback

by SCTP | May 7, 2026 | News

Skills England has concluded there is no strong enough economic rationale to exempt any Level 7 apprenticeships from defunding, in evidence published this week that was produced more than a year ago. Click here for more in this FE News article.

90% of Employers Expect AI to Reshape Entry-Level Roles Within 3 Years

by SCTP | May 7, 2026 | News

Most employers expect AI to reshape rather than replace entry-level jobs over the next three years, according to a new report from the Institute of Student Employers (ISE). Click here for more in this FE News article.

16-19 Performance Measure Shake Up: What You Need to Know

by SCTP | May 7, 2026 | News

Ministers have announced plans to bolster 16-19 performance measures after admitting public accountability data misses the outcomes of nearly one third of young people. Click here for analysis from FE Week.

UK Has Wealthy Europe’s ‘Third-Highest’ Rate of Young Adults not in Work or Study

by SCTP | May 7, 2026 | News

This Guardian article looks at the Resolution Foundation’s report which says that the  ‘crisis’ stems from rising ill-health and a failing system of benefits and job support.
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