The Prime Minister and Education Secretary have announced the launch of Skills England. Richard Pennycook CBE, former chief executive of the Co-operative Group and lead non-executive director at the Department for Education (DfE), has been appointed as the interim Chair.

This new body will be established in phases over the next 9 to 12 months to create a responsive and collaborative skills system. It will aim to support local areas to develop the skilled workforces they need,  jumpstart young people’s careers and will identify the training for which the growth and skills levy will be accessible.

To find out more on Gov.uk Skills England.