Apprenticeship Reform Falls Short for Employers

Apprenticeship reform falls short for employers

The UK’s apprenticeship framework is not meeting the needs of business, according to analysis released during National Apprenticeships Week by the British Chambers of Commerce. Research from the BCC’s Insights Unit shows that 67% of firms are experiencing skills shortages, yet 52% do not believe current training options address the gap.

Apprenticeship System Reform Must Go Further  - British Chambers of Commerce

A new report from the British Chambers of Commerce is calling for the government to reform the apprenticeship system to make it fit for the 21st Century. As the UK celebrates National Apprenticeships Week, it finds that the current framework is too rigid, lacks clarity, neglects higher-level skills and is failing to meet the needs of business.  Among the recommendations it makes to solve the problems are:  Reforming the Growth and Skills Levy t…