The DfE has given adult skills providers in six areas a clearer planning timetable. We look at the different transfer dates, proposed 16 to 19 changes and new evidence on adult learning and apprenticeships.

A new DfE workforce survey records stress and workload pressure across FE. The Budget confirms apprenticeship brokerage and wage decisions, but no general increase in college funding.

The APPG adult education inquiry reports that 56% of 62 responding providers often or very often turn potential learners away because of funding or eligibility limits. We look at local enquiry evidence, the antisemitism review and coming claim deadlines.