Teenagers back vocational reforms, and echo what our research has shown for years

09 October 2026
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The Department for Education (DfE) has today published new research showing that young people are increasingly rejecting outdated stereotypes about vocational education and are actively seeking high‑quality technical routes into future‑proofed careers.

City & Guilds unveils a new look, setting out its ambition to help people and employers thrive in the new AI era

09 October 2026
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Clearer information, better digital experiences, more responsive support and a broader portfolio of skills solutions underpin the next chapter for colleges, training providers and employers.

City & Guilds Update on Network Threesixty Ltd

09 October 2026
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Network Threesixty Ltd Ceased Training – Guidance for City & Guilds Learners.

Skills, choice and opportunity: insights on the future of education and apprenticeships

07 October 2026
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City & Guilds’ Head of Funding and Policy, Bryony Kingsland, shares her perspective on post-16 reform, apprenticeships and the UK's future skills needs.

Introducing our refreshed City & Guilds visual identity

02 October 2026
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A refreshed look for City & Guilds as we continue to evolve.

Inspiring the next generation: rebuilding construction’s talent pipeline

16 September 2026
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How can education providers and awarding organisations work together to overcome skills shortages and attract new people to the industry?

The UK’s Employability Skills Crisis

14 September 2026
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Supporting young people and employers to develop the essential skills for success

City & Guilds Report identifies the human skills shortage holding back young people and employers

14 September 2026
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City & Guilds’ report reveals how a lack of ‘employability’ skills is hindering productivity and calls for the government to prioritise NEET support as an economic growth strategy .

City & Guilds Backs Qualification Reforms Progress

11 September 2026
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We welcome Ofqual’s publication of their decisions following its consultation on the regulatory framework for reformed qualifications.

Navigating post-16 qualification reform: Insights from our experts

02 September 2026
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From qualification design to assessment, we unpack the latest developments.

Annual Centre Declaration pilot introduced to support quality assurance and compliance

01 September 2026
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As part of our ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, City & Guilds is launching a pilot of a new Annual Centre Declaration process from 1 September 2026.

Skills for Success: Celebrating Level 3 and T Level Results Day

13 August 2026
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Today, thousands of our learners across the country will open their Level 3 and T Level results and take another important step on their career journey.

City & Guilds recognised by Ofqual to develop new reformed qualifications

11 August 2026
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Recognition marks a major milestone in supporting skills development, employability and progression opportunities for learners across the UK

Important Update for Learners – VT9 Ltd

06 August 2026
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City & Guilds Update on VT9 Ltd

Backing a bolder start at 14. Why technical pathways for younger learner’s matter.

28 July 2026
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The Prime Minister has announced new technical education routes for 14-year-olds, shaped locally by mayors, schools, colleges and employers. City & Guilds welcomes the ambition.

Post-16 pathways: 2027 subject content finalised as implementation moves into delivery

23 July 2026
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When the Department for Education (DfE) published its Post-16 Pathways Implementation Plan in May, it provided the framework for the biggest overhaul of technical and vocational qualifications in a generation. The focus was on the direction of travel: a new qualification landscape, a phased rollout and a clearer progression system for learners.

Reflections and insights from the AELP National Conference 2026

08 July 2026
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The AELP National Conference 2026 (22–23 June) brought together leaders from across the education landscape at a pivotal moment for the sector.

The electrical skills sector: why it matters now and in the future

30 June 2026
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Every ambition the UK has for its built environment, and for its carbon future, runs through the hands of a qualified electrical workforce. There is no net zero without electricians. There is no EV charging network, no solar rollout, no smart home revolution and much more.

City & Guilds: Fully Committed to Unlocking the Full Potential of the Government's Skills Reform Agenda for Learners, Employers and Britain's Future.

28 June 2026
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City & Guilds, part of PeopleCert, is throwing its full support behind the government’s post-16 qualification reforms and investing in new V Levels, Level 2 qualifications and technical pathways that will shape the future of education and skills.

City & Guilds and ILM revised pricing from 1 September 2026

26 June 2026
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In February 2026 we announced the start of our annual review of City & Guilds and ILM fees, charges and pricing structures, which will take effect from 1 September 2026.

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