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Partners in Progress: Colleges at the Forefront of Technical Education

February 2026

This report explores the need for a move beyond transactional validation agreements toward long-term, structural partnerships between HE and FE

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Fuelling the Core: Apprenticeships, Industrial Strategy, and the Derby Nuclear Skills Academy

January 2026

This report examines the Derby Nuclear Skills Academy and argues that bespoke, industry-led partnerships
are essential to energising the UK’s productivity and securing its strategic future.

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A System Under Strain: Reflections on the Government’s Post-16 Education & Skills White Paper

January 2026

While the White Paper articulates an ambitious vision, it currently lacks the systemic coherence, adult focus, and aligned incentives required to deliver lasting change.

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Mapping the Course: Education Partnerships for Continuous Skills Development

July 2025

This report examines the evolution of regional education partnerships in the UK, specifically highlighting the experiences of Newcastle University and the North East of England. It aims to present and promote innovative strategies that enhance collaboration among education providers, businesses, and local governments, ultimately increasing access to skills and training opportunities.

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