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Green Economy Producing Jobs
To achieve the state’s energy efficiency goals and provide better career opportunities for Californians, the state should modify its clean energy programs and its extensive but fragmented training and education programs, according to a report led by...
Funding Could Help South West Business Create Up to 10,000 Extra Apprenticeships a Year By 2015
Chief Secretary to the Treasury, Danny Alexander has said the South West could see 10,000 additional apprenticeship places a year by 2015 if employers make the most of extra government funding for training.
Microsoft Plans to Create 1,000 Apprentices in London
Technology giant Microsoft plans to create 1,000 apprentice opportunities in London over the next three years, the Mayor of London Boris Johnson announced today. The Mayor joined Business Secretary Vince Cable to launch National Apprenticeship Week in...
Tim Campbell, Winner of ‘Apprentice’, Joins Mayor in London Training Drive
The Mayor of London’s drive to create more apprenticeships and training opportunities across the city has received a major boost, with the appointment of Tim Campbell as the Mayor’s Ambassador for Training and Enterprise. Tim is the founder...
Yeovil Helicopter Firm Has Apprentices Flying High
Business Minister Pat McFadden visits AgustaWestland to celebrate the helicopter manufacturer’s commitment to recruit apprentices. On the final day of National Apprenticeship Week, the Minister meets apprentices at the Yeovil based firm, which has trebled...
U.K. Government Acts to Improve Social Mobility And Allow More People to Break Through the Glass Ceiling
Business Minister, Pat McFadden has confirmed the Government’s commitment to promoting the aspirations of all young people, whatever their background, and put social mobility at the heart of plans for growth and success in the global economy. The Government’s...
U.K. Housing Minister, John Healey Announces More Cash to Build Affordable Homes
U.K. Housing Minister John Healey has said Government funding for housebuilding has hit £2billion since June as he announced a further £278m for an extra 5,000 affordable homes across the country. In an upbeat end of year report Mr Healey said that...
Lord Mandelson Sets Out U.K. Government’s Skills for Growth Plan
Business Secretary Lord Mandelson has set out the Government’s vision for giving people and businesses the skills they need to help drive economic growth.
