Cultural venues including museums, galleries and public libraries are being invited to register their interest ahead of the release of £128 million government funding. The funding follows a previous allocation of £48 million to 60 organisations nationwide that helps to improve accessibility to … [Read more...]
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Ofqual sets out ambitions for the future of technical and academic qualifications
Exams and qualifications regulator, Ofqual, has unveiled a new 3-year plan, setting out the organisation's ambitions for the future of apprenticeships, technical and academic qualifications. Plans set out by the regular look to put the interests students and apprentices at the centre of its work … [Read more...]
Online course for small business leaders launches in partnership with Greater Manchester universities
Four Greater Manchester universities are collaborating on a new online-only programme for small business owners to develop their skills. Manchester Metropolitan University, University of Bolton,?University of Manchester, and the University of Salford have launched the OPEN SME programme of … [Read more...]
New forum announced to bring together careers and education sectors
Following the success of the 'Future World of Work' careers talk for schools and colleges in Stockport as part of National Careers Week, Stockport Council has revealed plans to establish a regular forum that will bring together education providers and other stakeholders to support young people in … [Read more...]
Skills Bill to update post-16 education and training becomes law
A new bill has been passed to update and transform post-16 education and adult skills training in England. The Skills and Post-16 Education Act aims to promote training in sectors with skills gaps, including health and social care, engineering, digital, green energy and manufacturing. Included … [Read more...]
New leadership support programme to launch in Greater Manchester
A new leadership support programme for businesses across Greater Manchester is set to launch in May from the GC Business Growth Hub. The Greater Manchester Leadership Hive, delivered by the Business Growth Hub and business school's from the city-region's universities, aims to bring together … [Read more...]
Open+ rolled out to three more Stockport libraries
Three more Stockport libraries, Edgeley, Great Moor and Reddish, will benefit from Open+ technology introduced from this week. Open+ allows residents to use the library for extra hours each week, outside staffed hours, extending access to book borrowing services, library computers and free WiFi … [Read more...]
Advocate for your industry in a new Digital Careers Prospectus for Stockport
Ahead of National Careers Week from 7th to 12th March, Stockport Jobs Match is calling for businesses in Stockport to advocate for the career opportunities in their industry. The free service, which matches job opportunities with people looking for working in the borough, is looking for local … [Read more...]
£10 million programme launched to help young people into work or training
A new £10 million programme to support young people Not in Employment Education or Training (NEETs) to re-engage with work and education opportunities has launched in Greater Manchester. Career Connect and Ingeus have each been awarded £5 million from the European Social Fund to deliver a NEET … [Read more...]
Manchester Airport opens doors to new education centre
Manchester Airport has unveiled a new state-of-the-art education centre aimed at inspiring future generations about a career in aviation. Greater Manchester’s Mayor Andy Burnham was on hand to mark the opening of the AeroZone, delivered as part of the airport’s £1 billion transformation … [Read more...]
Council moves forward with Stockroom plans for new town centre library
Stockport Council has confirmed it will proceed with relocating library services from Central Library to a new 21st Century facility, Stockroom, in the Merseyway Shopping Centre. Stockport Council's Cabinet confirmed the decision during a meeting on 1st February, approving the £14.5 million … [Read more...]
Council calls on businesses to support children with activities and food scheme this Easter
Stockport Council is looking for businesses or individuals who could offer activities, classes, a club or skills-building session to support children or holiday club providers during the Easter holidays. The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme allows children in receipt of income-based … [Read more...]
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