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 […]
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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NSAR has again received full marks in an audit of its quality assurance services by BSI (the British Standards Institution). The NSAR Quality Assurance team assesses the quality
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our AGM and Skills Symposium at the end of November. It was fantastic to see so many
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The NSAR Rail Workforce Survey is an annual comprehensive survey of rail industry professionals. Each year, railway organisations across the industry contribute by submitting their
Findings of the NSAR Rail Workforce Survey 2024 Read more »
The National Skills Academy for Rail (NSAR) has appointed Mary Grant, Porterbrook Chief Executive Officer, as Chair of its Board of Directors. Mary has 30
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