Department for Education – Electrical & Plumbing Skills

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Department for Education

14th September 2026

Government action needed to get more young women on engineering and tech pathways

A new blueprint from the Gender Pathways collective calls on Government to take sustained action so more girls and young women can access engineering and technology education pathways. Girls and young women remain significantly underrepresented on education pathways into engineering and technology. In England, by age 18, only 26% of those on engineering and technology […]

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Department for Education

28th July 2026

New focus on technical education has potential to spark a new generation of electricians, says ECA

The Electrical Contractors’ Association (ECA) has welcomed Andy Burnham’s announcement that technical education will sit at the heart of the curriculum from age 14, saying it is keen to see the detail and work with Government to help more people become competent, qualified electricians with rewarding careers. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has set out reforms […]

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Department for Education

28th July 2026

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Thousands more young people will be able to gain the skills, qualifications and experience they need for future careers, as the Government today rolls out a major package to break down barriers stopping access to technical education, training and apprenticeships. Through new financial support, more college places and greater access to apprenticeships, the package will […]

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Department for Education

21st May 2026

Regional funding to train next generation of construction workers

Tens of thousands of placements will be created for aspiring construction workers in a £96 million boost to train new talent and build more homes. Funding is set to be allocated across the country on Friday 22 May to provide hands-on learning and boost employability for learners who start their construction courses from this September. The construction industry is facing significant shortages, with the latest Office for National Statistics figures showing that […]

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Department for Education

13th May 2026

PM vows to tear up ‘status quo’ that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills

The Prime Minister met with apprentices yesterday (Tuesday 12 May) to underline the Government’s drive to overhaul the apprenticeship system, break down barriers to opportunity for young people and ensure the economy works for people in every part of the country. Apprenticeships are being placed at the heart of a new approach to skills, giving […]

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Department for Education

14th April 2026

Next generation empowered through Technical Excellence Colleges

Around 65,000 learners will now have access to training for high-demand jobs in Britain’s fastest-growing industries, as the Government rolls out the next wave of Technical Excellence Colleges as part of the Industrial Strategy. Backed by £175 million of government funding, 19 new Technical Excellence Colleges across the country will deliver high-quality training in the […]

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Department for Education

2nd April 2026

Major upgrades to restore pride in England’s run-down colleges

Young people across England will see major upgrades to their colleges, as the Government invests £307 million to turn the page on years of neglect. From repairing leaky roofs and fixing broken windows to updating worn-out heating systems, all 175 colleges will benefit. Each one will receive individual allocations in the summer, ranging from £6,000 for […]

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Department for Education

11th February 2026

Government plans to train next generation of construction workers

Thousands more young people will be given the opportunity to train as plumbers, engineers and bricklayers as the Government creates 13,000 apprenticeship and T Level placement opportunities as part of its plan to transform school buildings. As part of the upcoming education estates strategy, construction firms working on school building projects will have to show […]

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Department for Education

1st January 2026

Major expansion of colleges to train next generation of workers

More builders, coders and engineers of the future will be able to access the life-changing opportunity to gain the skills they will need for their careers, as the Government delivers on its investment of more than £283 million to help meet surging demand for homegrown skilled workers. Around £100 million of this funding will go […]

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Department for Education

22nd December 2025

Apprenticeships up 5% but access for young people remains a challenge

The Department for Education (DfE) has published new data on apprenticeships in England. Becca Gooch, Head of Research at EngineeringUK, who has been analysing the data, commented: “We are pleased to see that engineering and technology apprenticeship starts have increased by 5%. This comes at a time when we urgently need more people entering careers in the sector. […]

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News

Gas Safety Week 2026: Take No Chances

New episode of Grant UK’s Net Zero Heating Show now available

Local leaders have say on reforms to prepare youngsters for work

Younger homeowners more likely to trust a tradesperson based on looks

Electrical

Local leaders have say on reforms to prepare youngsters for work

SELECT and SJIB warn against rise of rogue training providers and short courses

Supporting the next generation: Martindale launches Electrical Learning Hub

Closing the skills gap: the value of apprenticeships

Plumbing & Heating

Gas Safety Week 2026: Take No Chances

New episode of Grant UK’s Net Zero Heating Show now available

Local leaders have say on reforms to prepare youngsters for work

Younger homeowners more likely to trust a tradesperson based on looks

Features

Closing the skills gap: the value of apprenticeships

Why apprenticeships must work for employers

Is a plumbing and heating career AI proof?

Could new training obligations widen the electrical skills gap?

Learning Zone

Safe isolation: work safe, go home safe

Earthing and bonding: what’s the difference?

Safe isolation: what you need to know

Understanding the Building Regulations

All Department for Education Articles

Government action needed to get more young women on engineering and tech pathways

New focus on technical education has potential to spark a new generation of electricians, says ECA

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Regional funding to train next generation of construction workers

PM vows to tear up ‘status quo’ that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills

Next generation empowered through Technical Excellence Colleges

Major upgrades to restore pride in England’s run-down colleges

Government plans to train next generation of construction workers

Major expansion of colleges to train next generation of workers

Apprenticeships up 5% but access for young people remains a challenge

All Department for Education Articles

Government action needed to get more young women on engineering and tech pathways

New focus on technical education has potential to spark a new generation of electricians, says ECA

Government invests in young people with more opportunities close to home

Regional funding to train next generation of construction workers

PM vows to tear up ‘status quo’ that failed young people on apprenticeships and skills

Next generation empowered through Technical Excellence Colleges

Major upgrades to restore pride in England’s run-down colleges

Government plans to train next generation of construction workers

Major expansion of colleges to train next generation of workers

Apprenticeships up 5% but access for young people remains a challenge

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