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Mary Ward Centre progresses with Newham College merger

The Mary Ward Centre has moved closer to merging with Newham College, bringing together two key further education providers in London. The proposed merger aims to strengthen post-16 and adult learning provision whilst creating a more resilient institution for skills delivery.

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Boston College placed under DfE notice to improve over finances and legal breach
Policy May 21, 2026

Boston College placed under DfE notice to improve over finances and legal breach

The Department for Education has issued a formal notice to improve to Boston College following the discovery of serious financial difficulties and an undisclosed legal breach. The intervention places the Lincolnshire further education institution under heightened scrutiny as it works to resolve governance and compliance failures.

Major Apprenticeship Provider Rated 'Needs Attention' Amid Completion Concerns
Education May 21, 2026

Major Apprenticeship Provider Rated 'Needs Attention' Amid Completion Concerns

Ofsted has rated Multiverse, England's largest apprenticeship provider, as 'needs attention' following concerns over low completion rates and excessive staff workload. The watchdog's intervention comes after the provider stopped new starts on its weakest programmes, raising questions about quality assurance in post-16 skills provision.

Association of Colleges secures £20m T Level teacher training contract
Policy May 19, 2026

Association of Colleges secures £20m T Level teacher training contract

The Association of Colleges (AoC) has been awarded a £20 million contract to deliver T Level teacher training, taking over from the Education and Training Foundation (ETF) this summer. The flagship continuing professional development (CPD) programme supports further education staff in delivering these technical qualifications that form a key part of post-16 skills pathways.

Learning Curve Group appoints Tracey Fletcher-Ray as new Chief Executive
Skills & Employment May 19, 2026

Learning Curve Group appoints Tracey Fletcher-Ray as new Chief Executive

National training provider Learning Curve Group has appointed Tracey Fletcher-Ray as its new Chief Executive Officer, filling the vacancy left by Brenda McLeish's departure earlier this year. The leadership change comes at a critical time for the skills sector as it navigates post-16 education reforms and apprenticeship provision across England.

Third of University Students Fear AI Job Losses Will Spark Social Unrest
Skills & Employment May 18, 2026

Third of University Students Fear AI Job Losses Will Spark Social Unrest

A King's College London survey reveals that one in three university students believe artificial intelligence will cause job losses severe enough to trigger civil unrest. The poll also highlights that students are among the heaviest users of AI technology, with 77% using it regularly compared to 46% of workers.

Prosperity Fund Cuts Place Apprenticeship Hubs at Risk
Policy May 14, 2026

Prosperity Fund Cuts Place Apprenticeship Hubs at Risk

Proposed cuts to prosperity funding are threatening the future of apprenticeship hubs that serve as vital gateways for young people entering skilled employment. The potential loss of this infrastructure raises serious concerns about access to vocational training and the ability of local areas to meet emerging skills needs.

Ofsted pauses apprenticeship unit inspections until April 2027
Policy May 13, 2026

Ofsted pauses apprenticeship unit inspections until April 2027

Ofsted has announced that apprenticeship unit providers will not face inspections until at least April 2027, granting the sector a year's respite to develop effective delivery models. The pause aims to allow providers time to establish robust frameworks before regulatory scrutiny resumes.

WorldSkills UK chief to lead City & Guilds Foundation
Education May 12, 2026

WorldSkills UK chief to lead City & Guilds Foundation

Ben Blackledge will remain in post to oversee Team UK's performance at the upcoming WorldSkills competition in Shanghai whilst taking up his new role at the vocational qualifications foundation. The appointment unites two major organisations in the further education and skills landscape.

Report Urges Devolution of Powers to Mend Fragmented Post-16 System
Policy May 11, 2026

Report Urges Devolution of Powers to Mend Fragmented Post-16 System

A new report has highlighted the fragmented nature of England's post-16 education landscape and called for greater local government powers to create cohesive skills provision. The findings suggest that devolving decision-making could help streamline pathways from further education into employment for young people across different regions.