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Gangs and Serious Youth Violence – Understanding the Risks and Protecting Young People
Introduction It is a normal part of growing up for children and young people to spend time in groups. However, not all groups are the same. While peer groups are a natural and healthy part of...
Double Celebration: MITSkills and Apprentice Lily Keogh Named National Finalists!
We are excited to share some phenomenal news: MITSkills and one of our standout learners, Lily Keogh, have both been named finalists in the 2026 NCFE Aspiration Awards. These awards are a national...
Navigating the April 2026 Minimum Wage Increases: A Guide for Apprentices and Employers
From 1 April 2026, the UK Government is introducing significant updates to the National Minimum Wage (NMW) and National Living Wage (NLW). We are committed to ensuring our partner employers remain...
MITSkills Assessor Sarah Biss Wins Big at the British Hairdressing Business Awards
We are beyond proud to celebrate the incredible achievement of our very own Sarah Biss, who was recently named Manager of the Year at the prestigious British Hairdressing Business Awards 2026. As a...
Academy Salons Ranks #1 in L’Oréal Kérastase Customer Service Survey
We are incredibly proud to share some outstanding news from our associates at Academy Salons. In the recent L’Oréal Kérastase Secret Customer Service Survey, Academy Salons achieved a phenomenal 1st...
The Apprenticeship Purge: Securing Funding for Your Team Leaders and Managers
The Department for Education has recently confirmed a significant "purge" of 16 apprenticeship standards, as reported by FE Week. This move targets courses the government now labels as "low value"...
Navigating the 2026 CITB Funding Changes: What Construction Employers Need to Know
The construction industry is currently at a pivotal crossroads. With a government commitment of over £600 million to tackle skills shortages and a target to train 60,000 new workers, the demand for...
James Black’s Success Story
Inspection and Testing Skills Bootcamp February 2026 Skills Bootcamps James Black Priory “This Bootcamp has been vital for my career. It’s one thing to know how to install a circuit, but having the...
Safeguarding Spotlight: Understanding Child Financial Exploitation (CFE)
A message for students, parents, and carers this winter Keeping our college community safe is everyone’s responsibility. This winter, we are raising awareness of Child Financial Exploitation (CFE) —...
Dylan Horne’s Success Story
Installation and Maintenance Electrician January 2026 Apprenticeships Dylan Horne IC Electrical “I’ve never been as academic as those who head off to university; I knew I wanted to get straight into...