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Inspire! Awards winners light up Adult Learners’ Week
English | Cymraeg A highlight of Adult Learners’ Week 2026 – September 21 to 27 – was the Inspire! Adult Learning Awards, held at the Coal Exchange, Cardiff last night (Wednesday). The awards recognise those who have demonstrated a commitment … Read more
Posted in News, Newsletter |Making vocational qualifications fit for the future of Wales
English | Cymraeg How do we ensure that Wales has the skills we need to create a future where our people and our economy can flourish? It’s a key question which is at the heart of Welsh Government’s ongoing skills … Read more
Posted in News, Newsletter |EWC welcomes Children’s Commissioner for Wales for Professionally Speaking event
English | Cymraeg The EWC’s popular Professionally Speaking event returns this autumn, virtually on Wednesday 21 October 2026. Wales is internationally recognised for its commitment to children’s rights. Those working across all education sectors in Wales need to understand young … Read more
Posted in News, Newsletter |Inclusivity in Apprenticeships: Creating Careers, Independence and Opportunity Across Wales
English | Cymraeg For many individuals with disabilities and additional learning needs, the journey into employment can be challenging. Too often, opportunities and support do not lead to sustainable employment or a clear career pathway. At Cambrian Training Company (CTC), … Read more
Posted in News, Newsletter |Lifelong learning: why investing in your people is investing in your business
English | Cymraeg For employers, investing in the development of their workforce is increasingly becoming an important part of building a resilient and capable business. Skills needs continue to evolve, roles change and employees increasingly want opportunities to develop and … Read more
Posted in News, Newsletter |Hannah’s Welsh language journey helping other blind and partially sighted learners
English | Cymraeg Registered blind with a degenerative sight condition, Hannah Rowlatt, from Cardiff says learning Welsh has transformed her life. After the Covid-19 pandemic affected her independence and confidence, adult learning helped her reconnect with others, rediscover her determination … Read more
Posted in News |Lots of free learning opportunities across Wales for Adult Learners’ Week
English | Cymraeg Free online and in-person courses, events, activities and learning opportunities are being offered across Wales to boost people’s career prospects, skills, confidence and wellbeing during Adult Learners’ Week from September 21 to 27. Adult learning providers and … Read more
Posted in News |Investing in Wales: Itec Skills Celebrates Apprenticeship Graduates 2026
English | Cymraeg Itec Skills and Employment proudly celebrated the achievements of its 2026 apprenticeship graduates at a special graduation ceremony on 3 September, bringing together learners, employers, partners and supporters from across Wales. The event recognised the hard work, … Read more
Posted in News |Never Stop Learning: The skills you need might already be in your organisation
English | Cymraeg As we head towards Adult Learners’ Week, the theme of Never Stop Learning feels particularly relevant to the conversations I’m having with employers. Not because every employee needs another qualification. But because businesses are increasingly asking a … Read more
Posted in News |Wales’ Hospitality Sector Needs Long-Term Investment, Not Just a Summer Boost
English | Cymraeg Every summer, hospitality businesses across Wales look to the school holidays with a mixture of anticipation and hope. For many restaurants, cafés, pubs, hotels and visitor attractions, July and August are not simply busy trading months. They … Read more
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