Latest News & Insights
This is where we share what’s happening and why it matters.
From policy changes to employer insight, we focus on the developments shaping apprenticeships and what they mean in practice.
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The apprenticeship system is changing. The real question is, will employers?
Read more: The apprenticeship system is changing. The real question is, will employers?The apprenticeship system is changing. The real question is, will…
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New apprenticeship incentives give employers a powerful reason to invest in future talent
Read more: New apprenticeship incentives give employers a powerful reason to invest in future talentNew apprenticeship incentives give employers a powerful reason to invest…
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Apprenticeship changes in the Budget: What automotive employers need to know
Read more: Apprenticeship changes in the Budget: What automotive employers need to knowApprenticeship changes in the Budget: What automotive employers need to…
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High calibre students turn to apprenticeships after A-Level results day
Read more: High calibre students turn to apprenticeships after A-Level results dayApprenticeship Central has reported a surge in high quality candidates…
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Apprenticeship Central and School of Thought collaborate to support the next generation of Automotive Talent
Read more: Apprenticeship Central and School of Thought collaborate to support the next generation of Automotive TalentApprenticeship Central and School of Thought are combining their strengths…
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Over 1,000 candidates show interest in Automotive Apprenticeships
Read more: Over 1,000 candidates show interest in Automotive ApprenticeshipsApprenticeship Central has seen interest from over 1,000 candidates for apprenticeship roles…
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Apprenticeship Update! Big changes from August 2025
Read more: Apprenticeship Update! Big changes from August 2025The Department for Education has released the 2025–26 Apprenticeship rule changes, with…
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How to be the employer of choice for apprentices
Read more: How to be the employer of choice for apprenticesIf your business has tried taking on an apprentice before…
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Apprenticeship Central and Solution Repair Group join forces to support Independent Repairers
Read more: Apprenticeship Central and Solution Repair Group join forces to support Independent RepairersApprenticeship Central and Solution Repair Group are proud to announce a…
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Behind the skills gap – 35% of apprentices drop out early
Read more: Behind the skills gap – 35% of apprentices drop out earlyThe bodyshop industry is facing a well-publicised skills crisis and…
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One in three school leavers struggle to find apprenticeships
Read more: One in three school leavers struggle to find apprenticeshipsThe future of the accident repair industry depends on a…
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Survey unveils key barriers to employing apprentices
Read more: Survey unveils key barriers to employing apprenticesA recent survey conducted by Apprenticeship Central has highlighted the…
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Fix Auto Dagenham
Read more: Fix Auto DagenhamA workforce built, not bought Fix Auto Dagenham has placed…
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Further changes to apprenticeships. Here’s what you need to know…
Read more: Further changes to apprenticeships. Here’s what you need to know…Following the changes to apprenticeship minimum durations and maths and…
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