Many apprentices paid less than minimum wage, reveals HMRC
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has revealed that a quarter of the 1,693 complaints regarding minimum wage in 2012/13 were from apprentices.
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Government reveals apprentice wage to rise by 3p
The LPC recommended that the rate for apprentices should be frozen at GBP2.65 an hour. However, this was rejected by the government, and the apprentice wage will rise by 3p an hour to GBP2.68.
Survey reveals apprenticeships increase employability
A new study from ICM Research has shown that apprentices are more employable and suited for the workplace.
Hiring apprentices is “the smart thing to do”
A recent survey from Skills Development Scotland (SDS) asked employers in Scotland about the modern apprenticeship programme.
Employability is key, says BPP
A recent report from training provider BPP has revealed that 73% of companies find that new graduates and school leavers are lacking in business skills.
Report shows employers prefer apprentices over graduates
A recent report published from Totaljobs.com and the Association of Graduate Recruiters (AGR) has shown how many employers would rather hire an apprentice than a graduate.
London employers encouraged not to miss out on apprenticeship funding
Leading training and education provider, Kaplan, has called for London businesses to ensure they are aware of funding opportunities so that they don’t miss out.
Stafford MP applauds apprenticeship schemes
Stafford MP, Jeremy Lefroy, has shown his support for the Government’s vision to invest in apprenticeships and applauds businesses in Stafford who are already embracing the pathway.
EE to recruit 500 apprentices by 2015
UK digital communications company, EE, has announced that it will recruit 500 apprentices by 2015.
Survey shows apprenticeship popularity with medium sized businesses
A recent survey, BDRC’s Continental Apprenticeship Survey, has shown that 15% of UK businesses have an apprenticeship scheme, with 60% of those employing the apprentice full time after completion of their apprenticeship.
