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Dhs to charge colleges for student work permits
Colleges could face up to $100,000 in fees per student.
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dwp outlines plan to boost workplace health initiatives
the dwp has outlined a strategy to improve workplace health through employer engagement. the plan focuses on reducing economic inactivity linked to health issues.
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Burnham to limit non-compete clauses in employment contracts
Andy Burnham is preparing to restrict non-compete clauses and long notice periods in employment contracts. The move follows reports of increased legal challenges against such clauses.
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swedish spouses face pay gap in new parental leave policy
a new policy in sweden requires spouses to share parental leave, creating a pay gap for those taking time off. the change affects 2025 and applies to all public sector workers.
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dwp halts publication of key benefits statistics
the department for work and pensions has stopped updating several benefit statistics. some data remains available from previous years.
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Erasmus+ replaces Turing scheme amid student support concerns
The UK is replacing the Turing scheme with Erasmus+ for international student mobility. Concerns arise over whether disadvantaged students will still receive adequate support abroad.
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Dwp issues guidance on apprenticeship certificate replacements
The department for work and pensions has issued guidance on how apprentices can claim replacement certificates. The process outlines steps for those who have lost or damaged their original documents.
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gov.uk outlines apprentice hiring process and funding
the dwp has published guidance on employing apprentices, including how funding works. the report details eligibility and financial support for employers.
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Dwp updates apprentice assessment guidance
The dwp has revised its guidance on how apprentices are assessed during end-point evaluations. Employers are now given more detailed advice on how to support apprentices through the process.
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Dwp launches api for apprenticeship grade recording
the department for work and pensions has released an api for end-point assessment organisations to record apprenticeship grades. the system is designed for use with apprenticeship standards.
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dwp outlines rules for apprenticeship assessments
the dwp has issued guidance for end-point assessment organisations. the document outlines best practices for evaluating apprenticeships.
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UKHospitality warns 300k young workers at risk without NIC reform
UKHospitality says NIC reforms are needed to protect 300k young people from job loss. The sector argues current rules threaten employment in hospitality.
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federal contractors to get $14 hourly minimum wage
the department of labor announced a new minimum wage for federal contractors. the rate is lower than the previous administration's target.
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gov.uk allows apprenticeship certificates to be shared
the department for work and pensions now lets people view and share apprenticeship certificates online. the change allows individuals to access and distribute copies of their certificates.
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gov.uk releases anti-fraud campaign toolkit
the department for work and pensions has released a toolkit to discourage claimants from paying for benefits. the material is intended for use by stakeholders to promote the 'don’t pay to claim' campaign.
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johnson defends student choice amid higher education reforms
jo johnson, former universities minister, reaffirms support for student choice in higher education. he highlights the ongoing impact of policies introduced a decade ago.