Free Holiday Clubs Return to Birmingham Summer 2026
Birmingham's Bring it on Brum! programme offers hundreds of free holiday clubs with meals for eligible children. Bookings open June 29.
Birmingham's Bring it on Brum! programme offers hundreds of free holiday clubs with meals for eligible children. Bookings open June 29.
A father and son from Neath won two major accolades at Cambrian Training Company's annual Apprenticeship, Employment and Skills Awards, celebrating their achievements in work-based learning.
Over 50% of Digbeth bootcamp participants have secured jobs, with 14 graduates now working on the new Peaky Blinders series, Steven Knight told MPs.
Weardale Lithium has partnered with New College Durham to develop technical skills for lithium extraction from geothermal waters in County Durham, supporting clean energy jobs.
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RecommendedEx-Birmingham City boss Lee Clark appoints Adam Clayton as assistant head coach at Hartlepool United, marking a reunion after their time together at Huddersfield.
Young people with learning disabilities and autism celebrated completing a supported internship at hospitals in Essex, gaining skills and securing jobs.
TechFirst launches in West Midlands to equip 11-18 year olds with digital skills in AI, cyber security, and quantum tech, addressing a regional skills shortage.
Learn how to start investing with just £100 using a Stocks and Shares ISA, with tips on diversification, consistency, and long-term growth from financial experts.
Olivia Mason, a Year 8 student from Rochdale, attended a Sea Cadet camp at HMS Raleigh in Cornwall, where she learned damage control, firefighting, and toured naval vessels.
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RecommendedLuke Chadwick, a 21-year-old computer science student at Edge Hill University, won a prestigious scholarship for developing Snict, a transport app that helps students track bus services.
A 38-storey tower with 1,041 student homes could replace a disused car park in Manchester, boosting the local economy by £6.7m annually.
A graduate shares shock at £6,828 interest on £38,991 student loan, highlighting rising debt and financial strain for Plan 2 borrowers.
Meet Love Island 2026 star Lola Deal: a 28-year-old detective from Kent who swapped handcuffs for romance. Find out her age, Instagram, and why she left the police force.
An accreditation body warns that failure to invest in agricultural training threatens UK food security, urging immediate action to address skills gaps.
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RecommendedBeckingham Cadet Training Centre near Sleaford opens to boost recruitment and training for Lincolnshire Army Cadet Force, supporting government growth targets by 2030.
Edge Hill University's Healthier Societies programme wins Student Nursing Times Award for community placements, providing students with invaluable experience in non-traditional settings like nurseries and refugee support services.
Chelsey Oakes, 32, went from unemployment and low confidence to graduating as a mental health nurse, thanks to Edge Hill University's Fastrack programme.
Two Year 10 pupils from Loughborough Grammar School have won the Perse Coding Team Challenge, scoring a perfect 120 points and beating around 3,000 teams across the UK.
Jet2 is the only UK airline offering a fully funded pilot training programme, investing £100,000 per engineer, and calls on government to keep holidays affordable.
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RecommendedNatWest rolls out investment education module for 14-16-year-olds, aiming to boost financial confidence and address the UK investment gap. Over half of adults wish they had learned earlier.
Naomi Griffiths from Coleg Cambria wins Rising Star at Wales Food and Drink Awards, while fellow apprentices reach finals.
Training in Care, a South Shields firm, has launched its first overseas centre in India via a partnership to upskill care workers and share best practices.
Young people from low-income households are abandoning apprenticeships due to a DWP rule that cuts family benefits by up to £340 weekly, sparking calls for government review.
Trend Tiling Academy has opened in Swallowfield, offering trade skills training with a 1:3 ratio and women-only DIY courses to build confidence in a supportive environment.
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RecommendedSkills charity Enginuity warns that UK SMEs are struggling with apprenticeship costs exceeding £157,000, threatening skills provision and economic growth as apprenticeship starts hit a five-year low.
The Department for Work and Pensions has introduced an immediate cap on new starts for defunded apprenticeships to prevent a surge in recruitment, with specific rules for providers lacking recent activity.
Edge Hill University reinforces its commitment to healthcare apprenticeships, offering pathways from nurse associates to operating department practice, supporting NHS workforce development and student careers.
Aldi announces 500 new apprenticeship roles across UK stores and warehouses, offering £12.02+ hourly wages and paid breaks, as unemployment rises to 5.2%.
Industry Minister Chris McDonald addresses fears that apprenticeship reforms could lower standards, emphasizing government commitment to quality and expanding opportunities for young people.
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RecommendedDerby College Group apprentices are refurbishing Over The Wall Camp's new headquarters, creating accommodation for volunteers who support children with serious illnesses.