by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The government has published a policy paper on their plans to achieve significant reductions in bureaucracy for the research, innovation and higher education sectors.
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) has launched an employer survey to find out their views on the package of financial support on offer from the government for apprenticeships and to learn more about redundancies and possible outcomes...
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
Jisc, in partnership with the AoC, has published a research report, shaping the digital future of FE and Skills. The report aims to establish a consensus on what “good” looks like for learners and staff working remotely and to realise the potential of technology to...
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DfE has announced that it is changing the law around funding for apprentices who are made redundant. Currently the ESFA funds apprentices to complete if they are made redundant within six months of their final day of training. This support will be extended to also...
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The former prime minister, Gordan Brown has called for the Bank of England to place more emphasis on jobs when making policy decisions.
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DfE has published updated guidance for higher education providers ahead of reopening. The updates include guidance on face coverings, social gatherings, and NHS test and trace. It has also added a Higher Education coronavirus (COVID19) NHS Test and Trace...
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The Office for National Statistics has published a series of data relating to COVID-19 on the UK economy and society: The latest Coronavirus and the latest indicators for the UK economy and society data shows the impact of the coronavirus on the UK economy and...
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 10, 2020 | Uncategorised
The DfE has updated its guidance for FE and skills providers on what to do during the COVID-19 outbreak to maintain provision. It has added guidance on what to do if a student is displaying symptoms of COVID-19.
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
With increasing focus on mental health and mental health of learners, Public Health England (PHE) has launched the Better Health – Every Mind Matters campaign, providing NHS-endorsed tips and advice to help children and young people’s mental wellbeing, and equip...
by Sarah Sawyer | Sep 9, 2020 | Uncategorised
East Sussex County Council has announced that more than £45 million will be invested in the county’s economy to aid recovery from the impact of COVID-19. The East Sussex Economy Recovery Plan sets out how the investment will be used to support businesses. This...
