December 2011

National Apprenticeship Week 2012 – The countdown continues
National Apprenticeship Week

With the fifth annual National Apprenticeship Week will taking place from 6-10 February next year, it looks set to be the biggest and best yet, with hundreds of events expected to take place across England.

Simon Waugh, Chief Executive of the NAS, explains that "this year it is all about showcasing the talents, skills and commitment of real apprentices and their employers and utilising their experiences to positively inform and persuade more companies and individuals to reap the benefits for themselves.”

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WorldSkills UK national competitions (WSUK) provide opportunities for the country’s most talented young people and adults to compete at their skill and show that they are the best in the UK.

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The Government announce a new incentive to encourage thousands of small firms that do not currently employ apprentices to take on a young apprentice aged 16 to 24 years-old.

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Other news

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19,000 new Higher Apprenticeships to deliver skills for growth.

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Apprenticeships play key role at Independent department stores.

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Ben Eaton (Bronze Medallist): What it's like to take part in skills competitions

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NAS improves its service for small and medium businesses (update)

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