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Next Welsh Government urged to prioritise and future-proof apprenticeships

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English | Cymraeg Calls on the next Welsh Government to prioritise and future-proof apprenticeships were made at an event held in Cardiff yesterday, as the countdown continues towards the 2026 Senedd election. Organised by the National Training Federation for Wales … Read more »

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Training providers’ learners seeking WorldSkills UK National Finals glory

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English | Cymraeg Five learners from two Welsh work-based learning providers are preparing to compete at the WorldSkills UK National Finals, which are being hosted by Wales for the first time from November 25 to 28. The UK’s flagship skills … Read more »

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Talk Training ILM Graduation 2025

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English | Cymraeg On Thursday, 13th November, Talk Training proudly hosted a memorable graduation ceremony at The Royal Mint in Llantrisant, celebrating the achievements of 44 graduates. Each graduate, joined by a family member, marked this special occasion surrounded by … Read more »

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Qualifications Wales launches a consultation to help shape the future of Essential Skills Wales qualifications

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English | Cymraeg Qualifications Wales is launching a 12-week consultation on the design of new Essential Skills Wales qualifications. The independent regulator for non-degree qualifications in Wales intends to reform qualifications covering the subjects of application of number, communication and … Read more »

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Leading training company’s quartet celebrate apprenticeships success

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English | Cymraeg Four employees of a leading Welsh work-based learning provider have practiced what the company preaches by enhancing their skills and professional development. The achievements of Alex Hogg, head of information technology, Sharon Roberts and Iestyn Evans, training … Read more »

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Five ways businesses in Wales can be greener (and why training is key)

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English | Cymraeg Wales’ upcoming carbon budget sets the ambitious target of a 58% reduction in emissions by 2030. But what does that mean for Welsh businesses? According to ACT tutors Karuna Sparks and Wallis Pegington, it’s not about waiting … Read more »

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What is the 2026 carbon budget and what does it mean for Welsh businesses?

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English | Cymraeg As Wales prepares to enter its third carbon budget in the next couple of months, the implications for businesses are significant. In the latest episode of Little Big Actions, ACT tutors Karuna Sparks and Wallis Pegington unpack … Read more »

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Training provider hosts Team Wales Skills Torch Relay on apprentice graduation day

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English | Cymraeg One of Wales’ leading work-based learning providers, Cambrian Training Company (CTC), yesterday (Tuesday) hosted a leg of the Welsh Government’s Team Wales Skills Torch Relay. The hosting event at the Royal Welsh Showground in Llanelwedd coincided with … Read more »

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Achievements of over 100 apprentices celebrated at graduation ceremony

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English | Cymraeg The achievements and dedication of more than 100 apprentices from across Wales were celebrated by a leading work-based learning provider at a graduation ceremony in Mid Wales today (Tuesday). Welshpool-based Cambrian Training Company combined the Llanelwedd ceremony … Read more »

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Why green skills are key to pushing Wales’ net zero goal forward

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English | Cymraeg Wales is well on its way to its goal of net zero by 2030 with the 2026 Carbon Budget serving as our next critical checkpoint. For businesses, this goal offers challenges but also opportunities, as we all … Read more »

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