Wednesday, 30 September 2026 — Bridging gaps in employability and technology use
Employers warn the UK labour market is missing key employability skills beyond technical ones. This gap is costing businesses and impacting young people’s job prospects. Schools and colleges must prioritise these soft skills in their curriculum to prepare students for real-world demands.
A major study finds that excessive screen time correlates with worse outcomes for children, including wellbeing and school attendance. This is a wake-up call for schools and parents to balance digital use with healthy habits.
The latest report reveals most schools lack the training to confidently integrate AI tools into teaching. Without proper support, the risk is wasted potential or misuse. Practical AI training for educators is now essential.
At the Labour Party Conference, Andy Burnham outlined plans to equalise academic and technical education routes with guaranteed apprenticeships at 18. This is a clear signal for schools to prepare students for diverse career pathways earlier.
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