How will a Tory government affect young people?
A Jobs Bill on youth unemployment will be the centrepiece of David Cameron’s first Tory Queen’s Speech on May 27th.
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Apprenticeships vs university (Infographic)
Not sure whether to go to university or do an apprenticeship? This infographic breaks down the pros and cons, so you don't have to!
How to deliver effective functional skills
What is the best way for apprenticeship providers to deliver functional skills? Stick to the following three principles and you shouldn't stray too far from the right track!
Boardroom apprenticeship scheme gathers momentum
Since its launch last month, a boardroom apprenticeship scheme has attracted interest from over 30 aspiring board members and already matched its first apprentice to a company.
Half of young people in Newcastle consider themselves ‘unemployable’
According to a new poll carried out by Action for Children, half of young people in Newcastle feel they are ‘unemployable' and one in seven believe they can never have the career they want.
Cameron pledges to fund 50,000 new apprenticeships with bank fines
Prime Minister David Cameron has announced that the Conservative party will create 50,000 new apprenticeships using a £227m Libor fine imposed on Deutsche Bank.
Welsh government announces £144m funding for apprenticeships
Over the next four years, the EU and Welsh Government will invest £144 million to pay for 52,000 apprenticeships.
British bank offers to pay apprentice wages
British bank Close Brothers has said that it will pay the wages of 60 apprentices at small and medium-sized businesses in a bid to promote the vocational pathway to employers.
Labour pledges to end unpaid internships
If Labour wins the election, it will ban unpaid internships of more than four weeks. Companies will have to pay at least the minimum wage to anyone staying on after that period of time.
What are the main political parties saying about apprenticeships?
With the election drawing close, the main political parties are making clear their plans for apprenticeships if they win. Here’s a summary of their policies on the vocational pathway.
