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Reeves hints at more NEET reforms in spring statement

Estimates of young people out of work and training grew by 11,000 to 957,000 in the last three months of 2025.

News, Young people

Nostalgia is not a strategy to navigate assessment evolution

Mark Carney’s catchphrase applies as much to apprenticeships as Western powers in the Trump era – we must move forward and change, says Steve Smith

Opinion, Apprenticeships, Awarding

Level 2 admin apprenticeship sign off delayed again

Employers hope the standard will be available for delivery from this autumn after 6 years of lobbying

News, Apprenticeships

Stop relying on day release to achieve apprenticeship growth

Structured block release of learners creates momentum, cohesion and results that day release can’t match

Opinion, Apprenticeships

We need a 14-24 participation strategy to tackle NEET crisis

With no post-16 attendance tracking or coherent transition support, early warning signs are missed and disengagement becomes a NEET crisis

Opinion, Young people

AI training is of limited use if staff can’t safely use the tech

The government’s short courses may spread awareness, but without deep, work-based learning workers risk being fluent in tools but unprepared for responsibility

Opinion, Teaching

Apprenticeship reform may save money now but cost growth later

Ministers’ proposals risk undermining leadership development, training infrastructure and employer engagement. A tiered co-investment model offers a smarter way forward

Opinion, Apprenticeships

Apprenticeship reform risks solving the wrong problems

Ministers want faster routes into work for young people, but defunding leadership apprenticeships and tinkering with clearing systems won’t create vacancies

Opinion, Apprenticeships

As SEND needs rise, apprenticeships face an inclusion reality check

New ILR data shows a sharp rise in apprentices requiring additional learning support, leaving providers at risk of being judged on inclusion without being resourced to deliver it

Opinion, Apprenticeships, Inclusion