With September marking the end of the ‘quiet’ summer period and the start of term, there is plenty to update members on across the education and skills landscape.
Already this month we’ve seen a Spending Review and we’ve had a phone call with the new Education Secretary, Gavin Williamson, to discuss the CBI’s priorities before a full meeting later this month.
Good news for education in the Spending Review 2019
Education and skills were a major winner in the government’s spending priorities for 2020-21, announced last week. The CBI welcomed the significant additional funding for schools and further education.
What do the Chancellor’s commitments mean for the education sector? Read the CBI's analysis
Dates for your diary
With 2020 shaping up to be an important year for the education sector, we hope you will join us and the other leaders of higher educational institutions in your region to collaborate and discuss solutions to common challenges.
North West - 8 October
East of England - 10 October
Yorkshire and Humber - 16 October
All People Officers / HR Directors welcome.
This cross sector network will support you to share best practice, hear new perspectives on the challenges faced when it comes to managing people and skills.
North East - South West - East of England - North West - Yorkshire and Humber - London - East Midlands - West Midlands