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Events Apprenticeships Newsletter - A new landscape

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Read below the latest newsletter from the Events Apprenticeships.

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Positive change for the events industry - Kerrin MacPhie, Chief Executive, The Meetings Industry Association

For most of the UK the outcome of the general election will have come as no surprise last week, however, the impact this will have on the future of the UK events sector is much lesser known.

Despite this, change comes with a window of opportunity to drive events up the government agenda, something that we are already pouncing on alongside many other like-minded organisations.

As policies evolve and establish in the coming months, we’ll be first in line to equip government with the intelligence it needs to address the opportunities and challenges we’re well aware of, including the importance of apprenticeships in overcoming recruitment challenges and inspiring the next generation of event professionals.In this month’s newsletter, we delve into the new apprenticeship levy. What are the new requirements? How will they affect current apprenticeships and future opportunities? Additionally, we feature a thought-provoking piece from M&IT on event professionals and their vision for the future of the events industry, along with a piece from Diversity Alliance and their recent, ‘Driving Success Through Diversity: Data Report 2024’ as well as un update on our next webinar in collaboration with EMA.We welcome your feedback and suggestions for future topics. Stay tuned and stay connected!

WHAT’S NEW

What does the new political landscape look like for apprenticeships?

With the recent change in government, several new policies have been introduced that could significantly impact the events industry.

These policies include changes in funding for apprenticeships, new regulations for event safety, and potential tax incentives for event organizers.

The focus will be on the delivery of the new ‘growth and skills levy’ which will give employers more flexibility but employers would still need to get on board.

Photo by //unsplash.com/@irenedoescreative?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&;utm_source=unsplash">Irene Bersani on Unsplash

New culture minister announced

The new Prime Minister has appointed Lisa Nandy MP (Lab, Wigan) to be the new Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.Nandy has been the MP for Wigan in Greater Manchester since 2010 and has shadowed a range of portfolios, most recently international development, but also Communities, Foreign Affairs, Energy and Climate Change.We warmly welcome the new Secretary of State to her role and look forward to working with her and the rest of her ministerial team who will be appointed in the coming days.

Other significant appointments have also been announced.

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Eventprofs react to Labour landslide

Whilst the biggest focus will be on a unified strategy, tax allowances and the integration with government priorities, here, Anna Green, Managing Director ,Broadsword shares her thoughts, “The election outcome brings a sense of optimism; if it leads to economic stability, this will be great news for the events industry.

A cornerstone will be to provide high-quality creative education and ensure access to creative careers for people from all backgrounds. With promises of significant investment in education, it's important for us to get behind initiatives such as Events Apprenticeships and actively encourage pathways that inspire school leavers to pursue careers in our fantastic industry.”

And Kerrin MacPhie, CEO, Meetings Industry Association shared her thoughts, “With less than half (47%) of the sector currently employing apprentices according to our latest quarterly MIA Insights, we welcome Labour’s intention to create a new ‘growth and skills levy’ with Skills England. This fresh approach will allow operators greater flexibility to use up to 50% of their levy contributions to fund training through alternative routes to support the exact training that is required to help the sector thrive.

“This, alongside the party’s commitment to reduce unemployment within the 18-21 category, is promising news and will help to make apprenticeships in the sector a more attractive proposition.”

Photo by //unsplash.com/@terryhamlett?utm_content=creditCopyText&utm_medium=referral&;utm_source=unsplash">Terry Hamlett on Unsplash

Breaking down barriers

There is a significant disconnect between DE&I rhetoric and reality in the sector, according to a groundbreaking new report.

This report aim is to empower event companies, leaders and professionals to take their commitment to DEIBA to the next level by providing insights into the impact of DEIBA initiatives on employee engagement, retention and productivity.

Candice Kass shares her insight as one of the industry commentators, so make sure to download the report now and together we can drive success through diversity in the events industry.

The National Apprenticeship and Skills Awards

Returning for its 21st year, the National Apprenticeship and Skills Awards are back and bigger than ever.
The awards are designed to recognise and reward the achievements of exceptional apprentices and employers.

You can nominate those individual employers who have gone the extra mile to develop, approve, review and revise apprenticeships and technical qualifications in partnership with IfATE.

Nominate here

Looking for a Training Provider?

Have you looked at our Training Providers page?

We are proud to be supported by JGA who will be working with us and the industry to help them navigate their way round the development of an apprenticeship programme.

Be part of something BIG!

Events Apprenticeships are proud to have a growing community of supporters and partners across the events industry, helping us to develop and promote apprenticeships, enabling people from all backgrounds and ages to gain experience and the relevant professional qualifications.To join these leading organisations and support our initiative, get in touch…

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