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We have now published the success rates for 2012 to 2013 and provisional further education and skills data for the full 2013 to 2014.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
Ofqual’s approach to regulation will see higher expectations of awarding organisations and the quality of their qualifications.
Ofqual's Chief Regulator gave a speech on validity to the Federation of Awarding Bodies.
The speech explores the issues that prevent young people from engaging in education, employment or training.
Nick Boles writes to Ofqual to discuss English and maths functional skills qualifications.
Ofsted report shows that consistently good or better teaching, learning and assessment has never been more significant for learners in FE.
The team that will represent the UK at EuroSkills Lille 2014 has now been announced.
The 2014 lecture is 'Securing a better future for all at 16 and beyond'.
Information for students who have been advised that their chosen university or college has not met the requirements for ‘designated status’.
Equality and diversity inclusion fund results in greater awareness and raises the profile of new equality strands.
Confidence in finding work has been increasing steadily over the past year.
A letter from Nick Boles, Minister for Skills and Equalities, sent to all colleges in July 2014, with a briefing on the FE reform programme.
In a campaign launched today government and top employers are calling on young people to 'Get In. Go Far' by choosing an apprenticeship.
Matthew Hancock announces a further £4 million of funding to match industry investment, in a major boost to the creative industries.
This week we launch our fourth annual survey to colleges, training organisations and employers.
Speech at the Sutton Trust international summit on professional, technical and vocational education for young people.
New statistics show thousands more 16- and 17-year-olds embarking on apprenticeships than last year.
Success for learners who won a collection of ESF Project Regional Awards.
Vince Cable announces £16 million of funding to match industry investment to boost skills in the creative industries.
Minister of State for Skills and Enterprise Matthew Hancock's written ministerial statement on improving post-16 numeracy and literacy.
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