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Liz Kendall: Labour Will Make AI 'Work for Workers' as Youth Job Fears Mount

Liz Kendall has pledged that Labour will ensure artificial intelligence benefits workers rather than displacing them, amid growing public concern about automation's impact on employment. The Technology Secretary promised the government would actively shape AI adoption to support those whose jobs are at risk, particularly young people entering the workforce.

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West of England Mayor announces new 'West Bacc' qualification
Education Jun 4, 2026

West of England Mayor announces new 'West Bacc' qualification

The Labour Mayor for the West of England has unveiled plans for a new 'West Bacc' qualification designed to equip young people with the skills and credentials local employers demand. The initiative aims to strengthen post-16 education pathways and boost regional economic prospects by ensuring training aligns with local labour market needs.

City & Guilds faces legal action over plans to cut 400 UK jobs
Education Jun 3, 2026

City & Guilds faces legal action over plans to cut 400 UK jobs

The vocational qualifications body City & Guilds is facing legal and industrial action from the Unite union over proposals to shed approximately 400 staff. Officials allege the organisation has unlawfully withheld key information during consultation processes and breached redundancy laws by advertising new roles without offering first refusal to existing employees.

Strike Action Threatens Summer Exam Series at England’s Largest Board
Education Jun 2, 2026

Strike Action Threatens Summer Exam Series at England’s Largest Board

Union members at AQA have announced further strike plans that could disrupt the summer examination series for thousands of students. The assessment body has reassured schools and colleges that results will not be delayed despite the escalating industrial action over pay and conditions.

FE achievements fall as skills bootcamps boom, Skills England reports
Education Jun 1, 2026

FE achievements fall as skills bootcamps boom, Skills England reports

New data from Skills England reveals a 7 per cent decline in Further Education achievements linked to priority jobs, whilst intensive skills bootcamps continue to expand rapidly. The findings highlight concerning mismatches in training provision that could impact local workforce development and post-16 skills strategies.

Merseyside Borough Bucks National Trend with Early Intervention to Prevent Youth Unemployment
Family Support & Early Help May 30, 2026

Merseyside Borough Bucks National Trend with Early Intervention to Prevent Youth Unemployment

A Merseyside local authority is reversing the UK's rising youth unemployment trend through personalised early intervention programmes targeting under-16s at risk of becoming NEET. By identifying vulnerable pupils before they leave compulsory education and providing tailored support, the council is successfully preventing disengagement and keeping young people connected to positive futures.

DfE unable to demonstrate skills impact of £270m Multiply numeracy programme
Policy May 29, 2026

DfE unable to demonstrate skills impact of £270m Multiply numeracy programme

A government evaluation of the £270m Multiply programme has found that while the scheme successfully reduced numeracy anxiety among adult learners, it was unable to measure whether participants actually improved their maths skills. The findings raise questions about the Department for Education's ability to demonstrate value for money in its adult skills initiatives.

Children's Commissioner Backs Milburn Review on Youth Employment
Policy May 28, 2026

Children's Commissioner Backs Milburn Review on Youth Employment

Dame Rachel de Souza has welcomed the Milburn review into young people and work, emphasising that young people's ambition for meaningful employment must be at the heart of policy discussions. The Commissioner highlighted how thousands of children have expressed their desire to secure good jobs and contribute to the economy. The review represents an important opportunity to reshape how we support young people's transitions from education into the workplace.

Tees Valley cancels skills tender following legal challenge
Policy May 28, 2026

Tees Valley cancels skills tender following legal challenge

A major skills procurement process in Tees Valley has been halted after legal proceedings were brought against the tender. The cancellation raises immediate questions about procurement compliance and the future of local skills provision in the region.