The imposition of VAT on private schools could lead to ‘carnage’ in the summer holidays, says a sector specialist. Fees at the UK’s 2,500 private schools have been liable for 20% VAT since 1 January following a decision made by the Labour government soon after it came to office last July. But because the measure […]
Businesses across Greater Manchester can now access free, tailored skills development support to help address workforce challenges, boost productivity, and invest in staff training. The £4.5m expansion, funded by Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), allows GM Business Growth Hub to offer businesses access to specialist training in essential workplace skills, including English, Maths, Digital Literacy, and […]
The National Federation of Builders (NFB), in partnership with Interclass, Genius Within, and CITB, is proud to announce the launch of a new Neurodiversity in Construction Training Programme. Designed to build knowledge and skills around neurodiversity in the workplace, this initiative aims to develop a culture of inclusivity within the construction industry. Richard Beresford, chief executive […]
Bristol Steiner School has been rescued from administration thanks to a community campaign, saving 25 jobs, keeping the school open for its 80 pupils, and ensuring full payment to all creditors. The school, located in the Redland area of the city, offers an alternative curriculum to around 80 pupils aged from three to 11. Its […]
Over 80% of small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) have been identified with skills shortages in project management and are facing calls to help tackle a lack of investment in training and upskilling, following a survey by the Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered membership organisation for the project profession. APM polled over 500 project professionals working […]
The Institute of Enterprise and Entrepreneurs (IOEE) proudly announces the launch of Enterprise Spark, an innovative and game-changing programme designed to revolutionise entrepreneurship education for 16-18 year olds. First piloted in 2023 at Charterhouse School, this programme redefines how we teach business, technology, and entrepreneurial skills to the next generation. Enterprise Spark emerged from an […]
UK businesses and universities are today voicing serious concerns that we are facing a skills mismatch which is standing in the way of economic recovery, says the National Centre for Universities and Business (NCUB). This is in response to new labour market statistics, published today, revealing that economic inactivity rose to 22.2%, and unemployment rose […]
After identifying the skills shortage and rising demand, the TSA fostered working relationships with organisations across the region. This includes Birmingham City Council, Wolverhampton City Council, Black Country Transport, Midland Metro Alliance and West Midlands Combined Authority – all of which have embraced and supported transport-related apprenticeships. After working in retail for five years, Birmingham […]
Nine in 10 of the UK’s SMEs believe apprenticeships are at least partly the solution to the UK’s skills gap crisis, with a further 68% of the view apprenticeships are a ‘valuable alternative to university’. Nearly half (47%) feel not enough is being done to encourage young people to consider apprenticeships. The findings in this […]
Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, has launched its Business Outlook 2024 report which reflects on the themes, activity and challenges of 2023 and forecasts what 2024 might bring across the industries in which Christie & Co operates in, including the SEND schools sector. Overview The SEND schools market is still buoyant due to […]
