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City & Guilds responds to Alan Milburn’s interim review on NEETs: “A whole system failure demands a whole system response"

28 May 2026
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City & Guilds has today responded to the publication of the interim Milburn Review into the UK’s rising number of young people not in education, employment, or training (NEET)

Expanding our apprenticeship assessment portfolio with new standards across key sectors

28 May 2026
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Grow your apprenticeship provision across key sectors with City & Guilds

Why first-rate provider support is the difference between surviving reform and thriving through it

26 May 2026
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Every time education reform accelerates, providers are pushed into uncertainty, raising questions. Overnight, familiar processes change. Assessment approaches shift. Staff who knew their curriculum inside-out suddenly feel uncertain. The question isn’t just what to teach. It’s how to teach it, and where to turn.

National Numeracy Day 2026: Building confidence with numbers through community

19 May 2026
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Confidence with numbers can transform everyday life, work and future opportunities. This National Numeracy Day, City & Guilds is proud to support the 'Count on your Community’ campaign, helping to spark conversations, break down barriers and show that everyone can improve with the right support.

City & Guilds champions skills for the future at the World Plumbing Conference

18 May 2026
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The World Plumbing Conference is a globally recognised event that brings together industry leaders, educators, and innovators to address the challenges and opportunities shaping plumbing and heating worldwide.

Working together to shape a post‑16 system that works for all sectors: government opens consultations

24 April 2026
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Reform of England’s post‑16 education system is accelerating, with several key government consultations now open that will directly shape vocational, technical and foundational learning pathways over the coming years.

Preparing for peak EPA season: How the right EPAO supports confident delivery

22 April 2026
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How reliable booking, clear timelines and strong preparation help providers manage peak demand

Leading change with confidence: essential change management skills for today’s leaders

16 April 2026
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Behind every successful transformation is a workforce able to adjust, communicate and stay grounded when things inevitably shift. It’s no longer enough for leaders to rely solely on technical expertise or well-constructed plans. Change now demands a human approach. The ability to listen, guide others through uncertainty and get people onboard has become a defining factor in whether new ways of working truly take hold.

Why effective qualification and assessment design matters during vocational education reform

08 April 2026
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As vocational education reform accelerates, qualification and assessment design decisions are carrying more weight than ever. Education providers are being asked to adapt provision quickly while protecting quality, learner outcomes and employer confidence. In this environment, effective, flexible assessment design is central to enable providers to make robust curriculum planning decisions and maintain high‑quality delivery.

Key takeaways from our latest funding and policy webinar on apprenticeship and qualification reforms

17 March 2026
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Our latest funding and policy webinar took place at a pivotal moment. Less than 24 hours earlier, the Department for Education released key updates shaping the next phase of post-16 reform.

Future-proofing skills: Reflections and insights from the Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026

13 March 2026
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From reflections on how reforms are creating a more flexible education system, to the top skills needed for modern work, here are the insights and highlights from ATC.

The new V Level qualification and the government’s latest reforms of post-16 pathways explained

12 March 2026
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The first V Levels will be introduced from September 2027, representing one of the most significant shifts in England’s post‑16 education landscape for more than a decade.

What the future plumbing & heating education landscape means for providers

11 March 2026
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The plumbing and heating industry across England is facing widening skills gaps and rapid technological advancement, creating challenges for providers and employers. However, upcoming education reform with the sector presents a critical moment for the future of plumbing and heating skills – and the opportunity for meaningful improvement has never been greater.

From workshop welder to WorldSkills electrical finalist: Will Boyer’s apprenticeship journey with City & Guilds

26 February 2026
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Supporting the growth of a rising electrical talent through industry‑recognised City & Guilds training

Annual price review: Changes from 1 September 2026

19 February 2026
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We are beginning our annual review of City & Guilds and ILM UK and international fees, charges and pricing structures. This review ensures that our prices remain fair, competitive, and reflective of the high-quality products and services we provide.

Forget Quick Fixes: Why City & Guilds Say Apprenticeships Could Be the Only Way Out of the UK’s Housing Shortage

09 February 2026
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As National Apprenticeship Week kicks off, global skills leader City & Guilds is joining forces with Vistry, Travis Perkins, AMEY, and other major players in construction to spotlight a critical solution to one of the industry’s biggest challenges: the skills gap.

The Future of Vocational Education Post-Rachel Reeves’ UK Budget

20 January 2026
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Explore what recent skills reforms mean for providers and how City & Guilds is helping the sector navigate change with confidence.

City & Guilds launches refreshed Social Value Strategy

20 January 2026
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City & Guilds has launched a refreshed Social Value Strategy that places social and economic impact at the heart of everything we do. This enhanced commitment reflects our continued dedication to creating opportunities for learners, supporting employers, and contributing to sustainable economic growth.

City & Guilds response to the Post 16 Education and Skills White Paper

19 January 2026
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We welcome the ambition of these reforms. They have the potential to strengthen vocational and technical education, simplify choices and increase social and economic impact for learners, employers and the wider economy. Our response to the consultation addresses the broader theme of effective technical and vocational skills education, highlighting where adjustments are needed to remain true to those aims.

Join us at the Annual Apprenticeships and Training Conference 2026

15 January 2026
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The UK’s leading skills conference returns with a future-focused agenda for employers and providers.

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