Earlier today, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivered the Spring Statement. The key takeaway from the announcement is that the UK’s economic growth forecast […]
Spring Statement 2025: Key announcements and impact on rail Read more »
The Employment Rights Bill is progressing through the House of Commons and aims to fulfil the government’s commitment to “make work pay”. Key provisions include
POLICY UPDATE: Employment Rights Bill Read more »
Engagement with the government is key to our ongoing work, ensuring skills strategies align with industry needs and drive growth. Edward Hughes, our Head of
March insights from the NSAR Chief Executive Read more »
Our quarterly update on the top skills and workforce insights from the NSARÂ Workforce Analytics team. You can view the full-size dashboard here.
Skills Intelligence Unit – insights dashboard Quarter Two and Three 2024/25 Read more »
Secunda is a Project Management degree apprentice, with NSAR as part of our scheme as a flexi-job apprenticeship agency. She is employed by NSAR and
Case study: Secunda – Project Management apprentice Read more »
Sam joined NSAR in 2021 as a Data Analyst apprentice in the Workforce Planning team. He has recently finished his apprenticeship with First-Class Honours. The
Case study: Sam – Data Analyst apprentice Read more »
The government has announced measures to reform the apprenticeship system, aiming to increase flexibility, reduce bureaucracy and boost economic growth. The Secretary of State for
POLICY UPDATE: Apprenticeship reforms Read more »
Following the success of the pilot, applications have opened for a second cohort of apprentices to join the innovative PlanBEE Rail programme established by Network
For National Apprenticeship Week 2025, NSAR Chief Executive Neil Robertson writes about the role of apprenticeships in meeting an evolving demand for skills. Rail is
The vital role of apprenticeships in addressing rail skills shortages Read more »
This week, 10-16 February, is National Apprenticeship Week. NSAR is getting involved by promoting the value of apprenticeships and how businesses can find support. The
PRESS RELEASE: NSAR celebrates National Apprenticeship Week 2025 Read more »
This year, NSAR is placing a significant emphasis on productivity. We recognise its crucial role in achieving national goals like growth and sustainability and we’re
February insights from the NSAR Chief Executive Read more »
Yesterday, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner unveiled the Devolution White Paper, outlining the government’s plans to devolve more power and funding to local leaders across
POLICY UPDATE: Devolution White Paper Read more »
