The future of skills development in the UK stands at a pivotal crossroads with the introduction of the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill, a transformative piece of legislation that will reshape the regulatory landscape of skills.
Expectations once set around continuity in apprenticeships, technical qualifications, and sector-specific training are now being redefined, prompting an evaluation of both the direction and delivery of skills development across the nation.
Against this backdrop, the Labour Government has introduced Skills England, a flagship initiative aimed at revitalising and modernising the UK’s skills system.
Our latest briefing: “The Future of Skills”, provides an in-depth analysis of these developments, including:
- Labour’s Skills England Initiative: Discover Labour’s pledge to establish Skills England to bridge the gaps in the skills market, improve regional access to quality training, and respond to employer needs across sectors such as green energy, digital technology, and advanced manufacturing.
- The IfATE Bill’s Impact: Understand the shift in governance, with the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education’s functions transferring directly to the Secretary of State and managed by Skills England.
- The Future of Skills and Apprenticeships: Discover Labour’s Growth and Skills Levy, which funds priority skill training beyond apprenticeships and the establishment of Technical Excellence Colleges to drive regional skills development in partnership with local stakeholders.
This briefing, with insights from Beatrice Travis, Dods Political Consultant for Children, Education, and Skills, is an essential resource for stakeholders involved in the UK’s skills and education sectors.
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