Julian has welcomed the major package of reforms that the Government have introduced to support businesses and deliver more apprenticeship places across Skipton and Ripon.
Backed by £60 million in 2024-25, the Government will fully fund apprenticeships in small businesses from 1 April by paying the full cost of training for anyone up to the age of 21 – reducing costs and burdens for businesses and providing more opportunities for young people to kickstart their career.
The Government will also increase the amount of funding that large employers who are paying the Apprenticeship Levy can pass onto other businesses – from 25 per cent of their unused Levy to 50 per cent. Taken together, these measures will enable up to 20,000 more apprenticeships.
Julian Smith said, “In the past year we’ve seen 540 young people start their apprenticeship in Skipton and Ripon, giving them opportunities to develop new skills, secure good jobs and start their careers.
“This announcement will build on that progress and see even more young people fulfil their potential while also helping small businesses to make the most of our fantastic local talent.”
