Colleges wanted to battle universities for royal prize College leaders should realise they’re as worthy as HE institutions for Queen Elizabeth Prizes, says awards boss
Ofqual demands ‘honesty’ in new rules for awarding organisations Proposals include ‘principles’ that could see sanctions on organisations that undermine public confidence in qualifications
Obituary: Reverend Claudette Athea Douglas Claudette will be remembered across the sector for her devotion to students and staff, writes Sam Parrett
Beyond the budget headlines, cuts loom for adult education Investment plans for skills still fall short of big ambitions for economic growth, writes Stephen Evans
A welcome budget, but what comes next matters more Extra funding is welcome, but the last thing colleges need is more red tape, writes Mark Taylor
The budget gave us reasons to be optimistic (and nervous) This wasn’t a game-changing budget for FE, but there are early signs Labour sees skills as essential for growth, writes George Ryan
Budget 2024: Lifelong learning entitlement delayed again Fundable higher education courses will now not start until January 2027
Skills England penned in by DfE capture, say critics In-housing skills could damage credibility with employers