CII criticises government's apprenticeship reform

Carmen Reichman
clock

The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) has criticised the government's proposals for reform of apprenticeships and has published its own manifesto calling for a move away from "one-size-fits-all".

The CII said the government and original Richard Review's proposals were unsuitable and could "disrupt the momentum" for technical apprenticeships within the financial services sector. The organisation called for greater stability, clarity and a move away from a "one-size-fits-all" mind-set with apprenticeships. It published its manifesto Apprenticeships: A manifesto to help improve the system against the backdrop of the government's proposed reform. CII public affairs manager Daniel Pedley said: "The CII believes that the Government's proposals, and those of the original Richard R...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Hitting milestones later in life could impact when people seek advice

Hitting milestones later in life could impact when people seek advice

People will likely be seeking financial advice later

Laura Suter
clock 19 April 2024 • 3 min read
Regulatory pressures taking a toll on industry stress levels

Regulatory pressures taking a toll on industry stress levels

'Regulatory pressures are the first thing on my mind’

Sahar Nazir
clock 19 April 2024 • 1 min read
Advisers blast FCA funding requirement of £755m 'inexorable'

Advisers blast FCA funding requirement of £755m 'inexorable'

‘I don’t really know what value I’m getting from the FCA – if any’

Hope Coumbe
clock 19 April 2024 • 2 min read