Project enables disabled and long-term sick to find construction jobs

ConstructionSkills has unveiled a project to help disabled and long-term sick workers find work placements within the industry. View More >

E-learning company raises its the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 awards ranking from previous year

The Edvantage Group has increased its ranking to join the top 150 companies in the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 European awards. View More >

Vocational training sector faces further consolidation with £20 million acquisition

Melorio has continued its plans to consolidate the UK’s vocational training sector after agreeing to buy two information communications technology (ICT) vocational learning providers. View More >

Energy Saving Trust launches green driving training programme.

The Energy Saving Trust (EST) has launched a driver training course for employers in a bid to promote economical motoring. View More >

Suzuki GB awards its first NVQ qualifications

Twelve members of staff at Suzuki Great Britain (GB) have been awarded for completing its first ever formal NVQ qualification programme. View More >

Economist expert warns “pay tomorrow” pre-budget could mean more job losses

The economist from the Chartered Institute of Personal Development (CIPD) has said that the chancellor’s pre-budget recommendations will slow down the growth of the job market. View More >

Shell announces national award Step scheme winner

Shell has announced the winner of its national Step award scheme at a recent London ceremony. View More >

Skills investment vital to surviving hard times

Companies must invest in creating a skilled and flexible workforce to maintain growth in the economic downturn, according to a speaker at a Skills for Logistics (SfL) event. View More >

Launch of sports skills academy prepares London for 2012 Olympics

The National Skills Academy for Sport and Active Leisure has opened in London ahead of the 2012 Olympics. View More >

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