Industrial Strategy Sector Deals

The Government has published a sector deal with the Automotive Industry. This is the second Sector Deal to be published following on from the Life Sciences Sector Deal. Sector Deals were announced as part of the recent Industrial Strategy and are designed to create...

AAT Survey Points To Continuing IAG Deficit In Schools

One in two students who are leaving secondary education in 2018 have said that they do not receive enough careers advice, according to a new survey published today by AAT (Association of Accounting Technicians). The AAT spoke with over 1,000 17-18 year olds who intend...

Damian Hinds Is New Education Secretary

Justine Greening has quit as Education Secretary and been replaced by East Hampshire MP, Damian Hinds. Greening is believed to have refused a move to Work & Pensions and has vowed to continue to work on the social mobility agenda from outside government. Mr Hinds...

DfE Updates Careers Guidance For Schools

After the publication of the Government’s Careers Strategy in December, the DfE has updated its statutory guidance for schools on providing careers guidance and inspiration and allowing access for training and education providers.

Seeking Non-Levy Prime Providers To Support SCTP Members

SCTP continues to take calls from members that have been adversely affected by the non-levy apprenticeship procurement round. Some are submitting appeals to the ESFA and we wish them luck. We would hope that all members that remain without a direct contract could find...