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Youth apprenticeships: Key policy developments

In 2017, the government introduced an apprenticeship levy – a charge to an employer of 0.5 per cent of their annual pay bill if it is more than £3m – which is used to fund the training of apprentices.

Special Report: Youth Apprenticeships

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  • Thursday, February 29, 2024
  • | CYP Now
Apprenticeships are a crucial route to work for many disadvantaged young people but recent changes to how they are funded have seen the number of placements fall significantly leading to calls for reform.

A new blueprint for secure care

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  • Wednesday, February 28, 2024
  • | CYP Now
A shortage of secure placements is affecting the wellbeing of some of the UK’s most vulnerable children. A new research partnership is working with the sector to find out what needs to change.

Vision and hearing problems: Spotting the signs and supporting students

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  • Wednesday, February 7, 2024
  • | CYP Now
Mild and moderate vision and hearing problems are common among children and young people and can act as a significant barrier to educational and social development. We report from a recent webinar which considered the prevalence of these issues, their potential impact, and how we can support students in school...

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