by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
This article explains the new immigration rules, based on a new points-based system, launched on 1 December, and how this will affect businesses.
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
WorldSkills UK has launched a suite of Mindset Masterclasses to help students and apprentices become more confident, resilient and agile. The masterclasses, which are free to access, include ten bite-sized learning modules. Find out more here.
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The House of Commons Library has published a briefing which is an overview of the Government initiatives to support businesses through the coronavirus pandemic.
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The ESFA is undertaking a review of the eligible and ineligible costs of apprenticeship training, that currently appear in the apprenticeship funding rules. They are launching the review on 10 December and will be inviting organisations to take part in the review. See...
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
A T Level campaign aimed at employers has been launched, running until February 2021. The campaign will showcase what T Levels are and how they apply to employers. Further information can be read here.
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The government is investing £2.5 billion in the National Skills Fund, to help adults to train and gain skills for employment. This will fund the Lifetime Skills Guarantee which includes an offer for any adult aged 24 and over who wants to achieve their first full...
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
The latest information from the ESFA: 1. Latest information on coronavirus (COVID-19); 2. Action: post-16 contract variations – check for yours during December; 3. Action: launch of DfE exam support service claims process; 4. Information: college finance record; 5....
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 8, 2020 | Uncategorised
The House of Commons Library has published a briefing outlining issues around the return of higher education students to university in 2020-21 and sets out government guidance. It also gives a brief overview of the arrangements in further education settings.
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 8, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Association of Colleges has released a report which studies sufficiency, efficiency, and effectiveness of post-16 provision, outlining the impact of competition on the post-16 education system. The report argues that coordination, not competition is the way...
by Sarah Sawyer | Dec 7, 2020 | Uncategorised
The government has set out details around how it will create a number of new Freeports across the UK, designed to create jobs, drive investment and regenerate communities. Freeports are secure customs zones located at ports where business can be carried out inside a...
