Scottish Skills minister reiterates commitment to a ‘distinctly Scottish approach’ to levy introduction, promising consultation with Westminster and UK employers

With cyber crime on the increase, the urgency of developing the right type of skills in the workforce is becoming irresistible, a new study finds.

Two year tenure as skills minister ends after new PM installed – Boles delivered the launch of the apprentice levy

Survey reveals perceptions of apprenticeship among parents and young people remain stubbornly skeptical, with more work needed to address concerns

BIS report based on the work of Lord Sainsburys skills panel welcomed by independent educational charity as well as leading employer groups

Landmark report seeks to streamline and standardise the delivery of technical skills to post-16 learners, with a new unitary awarding body and greater alignment between technical colleges and apprenticeships