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Strike threat looms as pay talks resume

The prospect of industrial action looms over FE after the University and Colleges Union (UCU) backed a call to...

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FE loans in first month ‘low’

The head of the Association of Colleges has expressed concern over “low levels” of applications for 24+ advanced learning...

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AELP calls for ‘rethink’ on Richard’s plans

The government has been urged to “rethink” any plans to overhaul the apprenticeship system in line with the recommendations...

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Colleges ordered to improve

*Since publication of this story, the Department for Education has said that the figures indicating Kingston Maurward needed to...

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Resignations ‘won’t hit’ council work

The resignations of two members of the National Careers Council amid accusations that it was watering down recommendations to...

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Bursary scheme announced for early years apprenticeships

The government today announced a £2m apprenticeship bursary scheme for the early years profession. Learners aiming at a career...

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FE Guild renamed as a foundation

The FE Guild is to be renamed the Education and Training Foundation, FE Week can reveal. The body, created...

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Apprenticeship search tool ‘on the way’

Potential apprentices will soon be able to find their route into a vocation more easily with a new online...

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FE Guild announces new chief executive

Sir Geoff Hall (pictured) has been named interim chief executive of the FE Guild. The former principal and chief...

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