The outlook for the ‘class of 2012’ is the toughest since 1994 for school, college and university leavers, according to TUC statistics published to coincide with government unemployment figures. Read…
Funding of £150,000 is available to successful bids over three years. This funding should be used to create structured mechanisms for HEIs to work in partnership with secondary schools and…
The Taskforce’s Inspiring the Future headlines in the Government’s ‘Business Compact’ for social mobility which asks employers to open their doors to people from all backgrounds. Read the full version….
Of the 20 best performing local authorities in England, sending young people to university, 17 are in London. Policymakers must learn from best practice and apply it across the country….
Science graduates the lack skills needed by UK business. The Lords Science and Technology Committee calls for ‘immediate action’. Report chairman Lord Willis said he was “gobsmacked” by figures which…
The creation of 2,000 new summer schools across England will help put 65,000 disadvantaged pupils on an even footing with their wealthier peers. The idea is to boost their skills…
As the school holidays start a TES/ Education and Employers Taskforce survey shows that 96% of teachers are ‘concerned’ about the future employment prospects of their pupils. See the full…
Teachers say it is important for pupils to hear directly from employers about careers a new TES/Taskforce survey shows. View the statistics: TES- Education and Taskforce Teacher Survey Spring 2012….
The Taskforce has created a short Powerpoint presentation for employers. This explains Inspiring the Future in simple, practical terms and can be used to prove the business case and win…
A total of 89% consultation respondents are in favour retaining Work Related Learning statutory provision which is facing removal by the Government. Read the full consultation document: Consultation report –…
