

Can Labour crack apprenticeships?
Aug 22, 2024
Amanda Spielman, former chair of Ofqual and Ofsted, and James Heale, an education commentator, delve into the UK's education landscape. They discuss the impact of COVID-19 on GCSE results and the emerging North-South divide in education. The duo navigates the challenges of apprenticeship policies, highlighting the cultural hesitations that affect youth opportunities. They also critique Labour's stance on a youth mobility scheme with the EU, exploring its implications on youth employment and international relations.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating the Post-COVID Education Landscape
01:43 • 3min
Dissecting Education: The Private-State Divide and Apprenticeship Strategies
04:46 • 2min
Navigating the Challenges of Apprenticeship Policies
06:40 • 2min
Labour's Denial of Youth Mobility Scheme and Implications for EU Relations
08:45 • 3min