News and announcements

Understanding the apprenticeship assessment reforms and what they mean for you, by Gemma Marsh

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Reforms to apprenticeship assessments were announced by the Department for Education (DfE) and Minister for Skills in February 2025.  Since joining Skills England in May 2025 as Deputy Chief Executive, I’ve spent much of my time listening, learning and building …

Occupations in demand in 2025: what the analysis means for the skills system, by Frank Bowley

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Skills England has published its latest analysis, occupations in demand, exploring the occupations most in demand across the UK labour market in 2025. This analysis helps us to understand which employers and industries are likely to be feeling the greatest pressures to recruit and retain workers, and the level of qualification those workers are likely to need.  Used alongside other …

Building the Skills System Britain needs: Skills England's role in Post-16 Reform, by Tessa Griffiths and Sarah Maclean

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The government's Post-16 Education and Skills White Paper marks a pivotal moment, setting out the Government’s plan for a world-leading skills system which meets the needs of employers, drives innovation and improves people’s lives. Skills England will be at the heart of delivering this comprehensive vision …

From classroom to career: how T Levels and apprenticeships deliver skills for priority occupations

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T Levels and apprenticeships offer young people brilliant pathways into thriving industries and allow employers to shape the skills of the workforce of tomorrow.  Read on to learn how these training options are giving learners and employers better skills for …