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28 January 2026

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Supporting the UK’s Transport Decarbonisation Plan Through Skills

The UK Government’s Decarbonising Transport: A Better, Greener Britain strategy sets a legally binding path towards a net-zero transport system. With transport accounting for 27% of UK domestic greenhouse gas emissions in 2019 — more than any other sector — reforming how we move people and goods is a national priority.

Project power: ASDAN expands its qualifications portfolio

From 2026, ASDAN’s planned Foundation and Higher Project Qualifications will sit alongside its Extended Project Qualification[CM1] , creating a complete pathway. With flexibility, choice and recognition built in, these qualifications give learners the skills – and the confidence – to positively move forward.

Funding Adult Green Skills

New sources of funding are available to finance the delivery of green skills to all learners. Government policy is aimed at simplifying the complex skills landscape, increasing funding rates and diversifying the type of training that it funds.

Plan for change funding to drive green construction skills

The government has launched a new plan for change to address the skills deficit in the construction industry, providing an additional £600 million funding over the next four years to train up to 60,000 new construction workers. This initiative is directly linked to other crucial objectives aimed at achieving net zero emissions, fostering growth, and revitalising the workforce in Britain. Green construction skills will be critical to ensure a competent construction labour force that can deliver the Government pledges.

Reshaping the New Green Skills Landscape

The UK government is embarking on a transformative journey to reshape its skills landscape, placing a significant emphasis on the development of green skills. This initiative is central to the government’s goal of becoming a clean energy superpower, promoting growth, and achieving net-zero emissions. A modern and skilled green workforce will be vital in executing commitments related to housing, infrastructure, and sustainable development.

Safe to speak, ready to act: SaferSpace targets harassment and misconduct in education 

In an era where safeguarding and compliance are firmly in the spotlight, education providers face a growing responsibility: to ensure their communities are not only supported but protected. From further education colleges to sixth forms and universities, the message is clear, learners and staff must be able to raise concerns safely, and institutions must be ready to act decisively.

Skills Bootcamps Are Changing – What FE Colleges Must Know 

Skills Bootcamps are evolving as funding moves to local control and digital skills trends shift. Code Institute, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, is hosting a webinar with FE college leaders from Westminster Adult Education Service (WAES) and City of Bristol College (COBC) to discuss what these changes mean in practice from those successfully navigating this changing landscape.

Building Strong Leadership for Effective T Level Implementation

Are you struggling with T Level curriculum and implementation, or building strong employer relationships? Do you want to develop your leadership skills to the next level?  The Education and Training Foundation’s (ETF) Professional Development for Leaders programme is designed to help you succeed. This programme is part of ETF’s broader T Level Professional Development (TLPD) offer and is fully funded by the Department for Education.