Title
SKILLS
How councils can increase SME apprenticeship uptake through strategic partnerships
24 November 2025
Local authorities can boost apprenticeship starts within small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by forming innovative partnerships, a leading training provider has highlighted.
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ECONOMIC GROWTH
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WHITEHALL
Inflexible funding may scupper apprenticeship levy
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London Councils has warned a lack of flexibility on funding for apprenticeships could scupper the...
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