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Independent training providers are raising standards
The Association of Employment and Learning Providers (AELP) has welcomed the news that more and more independent training providers are being rated good or outstanding in their Ofsted inspections.
Autumn statement brings good news for creative industries
Creative industries employers welcomed the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement, which confirmed that the Government will increase tax incentives for businesses.
Leeds LEP employment initiative boosts economy by £7m
Five three one, an employment and skills campaign led by Leeds LEP, now has 300 members and has injected £7 million into the economy.
Loughborough apprentice scheme’s £52,500 boost
Charnwood Borough Council’s cabinet has backed a new Apprenticeship Award Scheme, allocating £52,500 which they hope can be awarded to small and medium sized entrepreneurs in the borough to create 35 new apprenticeships.
Siemens UK launches ground-breaking Junior Factory for apprentices
Siemens UK is opening the first Junior Factory in Congleton, run by commercial and technical apprentices aged 16 to 21.
The Association of Colleges urges schools to improve careers advice
AoC president Michele Sutton said: “It’s crucial that young people have access to information about all the options which are available to them to enable them to make informed decisions about what career paths to pursue."
Kick Start Kent calls on employers to take part in apprenticeship survey
Kick Start Kent, a KM Group campaign aiming to get 50 firms to take on an apprentice over the next year, has launched an online survey for employers to share reasons why they are unwilling to hire apprentices, in an attempt to dispel any myths which might be surrounding the vocational pathway.
BT partnership encourages SMEs to hire IT apprentices
Damian Brown, head of accredited learning at BT said: “Through this partnership, we’ve been able to share our experiences with smaller firms, helping many more realise the benefits that apprentices can bring and start hiring their own.”
Elmfield Training facing administration
A BBC Newsnight investigation discovered employees were asked to alter forms to claim funding for staff who didn’t want to do an apprenticeship.
