Department for Education

Lateral flow tests to be deployed to all secondary schools and colleges to help detect asymptomatic cases and break chains of transmission

Staff to be tested weekly, and staff and students to be tested daily if identified as a close contact

Both the Minister for Apprenticeships and Skills and the Minister for Employment visited Plumpton College, East Sussex last Friday (4th December), hearing how the College is addressing the skills gap facing employers.

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The Government ambition to create green jobs takes a major step forward with the launching of a new Green Jobs Taskforce which will set the direction for the job market as we transition to a high-skill, low carbon economy.

The UK Government has announced the establishment of a new apprenticeship designed to train space engineering technicians, equipping them with the technical skills needed for a career in the space industry.

The National Apprenticeship Awards 2020 regional winners have been announced, with winners from a wide range of industries and occupations.

The National Apprenticeship Awards 2020 regional finals commenced this week with virtual ceremonies taking place up and down the country.

Chichester College put the hard work of its students and staff in the spotlight for Colleges Week, which culminated in a visit from Chichester MP Gillian Keegan on Friday (23 October).

I know many people are concerned about the level of support available for those families who are struggling during these difficult times, especially over the school holiday periods.