technical education
Coverage of technical education in the Nexus archive.
- Andy Burnham to set out devolution plan amid criticism it won’t benefit regions equally – UK politics live
Andy Burnham will introduce a devolution plan emphasizing a 'local first' principle, requiring ministers to justify retaining powers in Whitehall rather than devolving them. The plan aims to reduce English regions' reliance on central government funding for projects and includes proposals for mayors to oversee schools, GPs, and childcare providers through health and education commissioners.
- Andy Burnham’s plans for technical education build on coalition’s UTC roots
Andy Burnham's plans to equalize academic and technical education in England draw from the coalition's UTC model and former education secretary Kenneth Baker's vision. Baker, a 91-year-old Conservative figure, expressed strong support for Burnham's proposals and aims to convince the Conservative party to back them.
- Tinubu approves upgrade of Nasarawa polytechnic to university
President Tinubu has approved the upgrade of Nasarawa polytechnic to a university. The decision aligns with his commitment to strengthening technical education, developing human capital, and unlocking Nigeria’s solid minerals potential.