Post-16 Education and Skills Strategy Debate
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Ann Davies
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Post-16 Education and Skills Strategy
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Bridget Phillipson
It is good to hear about the provision that exists in her community in Bournemouth. We know that we need a range of options for young people, whether through further education or independent training providers. I also recognise the critical role that many who sit outside of formal systems can play in supporting young people, whether through mentoring or ongoing support, particularly those who have had difficult experiences in life and are furthest away from the labour market.
Ann Davies (Caerfyrddin) (PC)
The Education Secretary’s focus today is on the new vocational qualification training, which will be welcome for students in England. In Wales, however, where her party has led the Government for the past 25 years, the apprenticeship budget has been cut by 14%. Will she be lobbying the Chancellor ahead of the Budget to ensure that Wales has a fair funding settlement that would support apprenticeships?
Bridget Phillipson
Wales and Scotland both secured the biggest post-devolution settlements that we have ever seen, yet they still continue to be against them.