Ex-National Apprenticeship Service chief criticises government’s plans
Former chief executive of the National Apprenticeship Service Prof David Way is calling for a greater focus on the quality of apprenticeships.
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Shadow education secretary calls for more than ‘fine words’
Angela Rayner calls out PM for lack of understanding on apprenticeship funding cuts, and demands more action to protect vital resources
Siemens apprenticeship schemes rated ‘outstanding’
Engineering giant Siemens that operates a large facility in Frimley, Surrey, receives outstanding grade from Ofsted for the standard of its apprenticeship scheme
Halfon pinpoints improving image and reach of apprenticeships
In his first address to the training and skills community, Robert Halfon lays out priorities and confirms levy timings and framework
PM rejects funding cuts criticism
Prime Minister rejects MP's criticism over apprenticeship funding
Greening promises to ‘get it right’ on Levy
Education Secretary assures parliamentary committee that plans for Levy are progressing as she puts employer engagement and support at the centre of plans
O2 offer further six apprenticeships
Spanish-owned UK telecoms company to expand the number of apprenticeships offered, in order to 'harness the skills and fresh perspectives of an ambitious, digitally-savvy generation'
New apprentices for NW building society
Stockport-based building society The Vernon recruits its first two apprentices
Employers are missing out on the chance to reward employee development
Organisations are missing out on the chance to reward employee development via staff training programmes, claims educational awarding body SQA
Apprentice plan not meeting real needs of UK economy – NAO
Landmark report from spending watchdog suggests that government apprentice plans has poorly defined sauccess criteria, lack of focus on real economic need and potential for fraud and abuse
