Just 270 reformed apprenticeship assessment plans (AAPs) have been published, falling well short of Skills England’s August 2026 deadline to review all 700-plus apprenticeship standards. The government agency admitted it had “adapted the pace of change” after spending the past year pushing the sector to meet what officials acknowledged was an ambitious timetable. Employers and awarding organisations are understood to be frustrated by a lack of communication from Skills England about the slowdown. Become a member for unlimited access to FE Week Our members enjoy early access to exclusive content and in-depth articles before anyone else. Get expert journalism on FE and skills, experience fewer ads, and unlock a growing range of member benefits. subscribe If you have an account, please login. Sign in