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WorldSkills can spark the ambitions of young people across the UK
Simon Bartley
Chief Executive, UK SkillsRecent reports surrounding the difficulties faced by people in trying to secure University places this year have reconfirmed the importance for both young people and employers in recognising that there is more than one route in to a successful career.
Posted: 02 September 2010 | Permalink
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A truly demand-led skills system – a prize worth having
Peter Butler
Head of Learning, BTPeter Butler, BT’s Head of Learning, outlines his vision for a truly demand-led skills system. Adapted from Peter’s keynote speech at the NES Ofsted employer conference, 30 September 2009).
Posted: 23 November 2009 | Permalink
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Investing in skills in an economic downturn
Contributors include British Gas, E.ON UK and Sainsbury's
Businesses need to continue to invest in training in order to survive the downturn, according to leading NES employers.
Posted: 26 October 2009 | Permalink
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Why we must expand apprenticeships
Andy Smyth
Accredited Programmes Manager, TUI UKWinner of the Employer of the Year category at the recent NES Awards, TUI Travel UK and Ireland’s Andy Smyth reflects on the value that apprentices bring to the business and suggests they must become more widespread.
Posted: 25 June 2009 | Permalink
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Making it simple - reducing bureacracy in work-based learning
Simon Shaw
Consultant, Mindset2000What progress has been made on reducing unnecessary bureaucracy in learning and skills? Simon Shaw looks at the latest simplification plans for employer based training.
Posted: 26 April 2009 | Permalink
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Keeping the skills agenda afloat during difficult times
John Cridland CBE
Deputy Director-General, CBIBusiness must remain committed to the skills agenda, says John Cridland, Director-General of the CBI. This article is taken from his speech to the National Employer Service conference on 29 January 2009.
Posted: 23 March 2009 | Permalink
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