100% Funded Training for Under-25s: How the 2026/27 Rules Benefit Small Businesses in the East Midlands What’s Changing on 1st August, 2026? Historically, non-levy employers were required to contribute a 5% co-investment fee toward the total cost of an apprenticeship, with the government covering the remaining 95%. While 5% represented good value, it remained a […]
Martyn’s Law update The Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act received Royal Assent on 3 April 2025. The Act aims to improve organisational preparedness and protective security across the UK. It requires certain premises and events to take reasonably practicable steps to prepare for potential terrorist attacks and to help keep people safe in the event
Safeguarding and Prevent July Update Safeguarding and wellbeing in the news New guidance for parents and carers as AI-manipulated images of children become a growing concern Parents and carers are being alerted to the growing threat of children’s images shared online being manipulated into AI generated sexual abuse material. The Internet Watch Foundation (IWF) and
Malala Day 12/07/2026 Link to website As we reflect on Malala Day, the conversation around global education has never been more urgent. Despite years of advocacy, progress is hitting a stubborn wall. It’s easy to look at high-profile advocacy and assume things are steadily improving. But the numbers tell a more challenging story. Today, 122
Plastic Free Challenge July 2026 Link to website Reducing single-use plastic has many benefits and this July we are pledging to reduce and recycle even more. Use the calendar below to see some steps you can use to decrease your plastic use and make a difference for your environment.
Prostart partners in the Midlands: Creating New Pathways for Apprentices in the East Midlands The economic landscape of the East Midlands is evolving rapidly. As industries modernise and the demand for specialized, real-world skills reaches an all-time high, traditional education pathways are no longer the sole route to a successful career. By building robust training
Improvement Technicians are responsible for delivery and coaching of improvement activity within an area of responsibility, often associated with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. They can be found across all industry sectors and functions including automotive, banking, engineering, food products, IT, property, retail, telecoms Local and County Councils, NHS, Voluntary / Charity, Utilities, Pharmaceuticals, Insurance,
Improvement Specialists are responsible for leading the deployment of improvement strategy, for training others and for providing broad and deep technical expertise in advanced and complex Lean and Six Sigma, Project and Change Management principles and tools to enable identification and delivery of improvement opportunities aligned to key business goals. Improvement Specialists typically report to
Reflecting on Manchester: How We Can Safeguard Our Classrooms Against Extremism As educators, we cannot afford to shy away from these conversations. While there is no explicit statutory requirement to teach about extremism in schools , addressing it directly is one of the most powerful tools we have to demystify radicalisation and build long-term resilience
Upskilling for the Future: How Apprenticeships Address the UK’s Skills Gap The Scale of the Challenge The UK’s skills shortage is particularly acute in technical sectors such as digital infrastructure, green energy, and civil engineering. According to various industry reports, nearly half of UK businesses have identified a lack of digital and technical skills as
