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National Apprenticeship Week 2026: Interview with Jack from UKS Group

This National Apprenticeship Week 2026 (9th - 15th February) we are celebrating the journeys of our apprentices and...

Apprenticeship Updates 2025 & Next Level Training November Highlights

Apprenticeship Updates 2025   2025 has brought some important changes and new opportunities in the world of...

How New Training Programmes Are Combating Youth Disengagement

Youth disengagement is on the rise in the UK, with the latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS)...

Why English and Maths Matter — And Why We’re Not Giving Up on Young People

Every year, thousands of young people in the UK leave school without a pass in English and maths. It’s a challenge...

15 Apprenticeship Myths That Cost You Time, Money, and Talent

If you’ve ever thought, “Apprenticeships are too expensive,” or “I don’t have...

Big Changes to Functional Skills – What It Means for You

Changes to Functional Skills For many adults considering an apprenticeship, Functional Skills in English and maths...

6 Reasons Apprenticeships Are a Cost-Effective Professional Development Alternative

As a business professional, you know how crucial it is to invest in your team’s professional development. But let’s...

5 Simple Steps to Hire an Apprentice and Boost Your Business

Have you been thinking you might want to hire an apprentice for your business? Great! Apprentices are a fantastic way...

The History of Apprenticeships in England

Imagine yourself transported back to the bustling workshops of 12th-century England. Young apprentices, covered in...

Energy Saving with UW

Whether we like it or not, embracing energy saving initiatives are crucial for the planet because they reduce...