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UK firms are launching hundreds of apprenticeships in sectors like energy, construction, and rail to address skills gaps and support major infrastructure and energy transitions.
- On National Apprenticeship Week, employers unveiled new training placements across shipyards, construction and energy, with schemes running until February 15.
- Policy changes and employer needs have pushed firms to expand apprenticeship intake, with The Government announcing reforms to speed training and housebuilder Barratt Redrow creating 207 vacancies.
- Large employers set multi‑year targets, with Navantia UK planning to hire 500 apprentices by 2030 and Centrica offering 500 in 2026, alongside a £1.6 billion Fleet Solid Support programme, Chris O'Shea said.
- Immediate recruitment drives put apprentices into roles supporting major projects as HS2 said more than 30 vacancies go live today and Thames Water opened 145 apprenticeships with guaranteed jobs on qualification.
- Apprenticeships provide a practical route into employment, combining high-quality training with paid work and recognised qualifications, while Minister for industry Chris McDonald links green-skills training to clean energy growth.
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