A report by the IPPR North has called on the government to extend the remit of the National Careers Service (NCS) to help schools build their capacity to provide independent careers advice and guidance. The think tank also recommends that the NCS should perform a brockerage role for schools to help them buy in careers services from third party providers. The report says schools need to develop stronger links with local employers if they are to ensure pupils can access a wider choice of employment opportunities.
The most disadvantaged communities in England are facing the biggest local government cuts, Labour has claimed. The BBC reports that research by the party shows that between 2010/11 and 2015/16, percentage cuts will be 10 times greater in the most deprived areas than in those least deprived.
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