Maths and English requirements for apprentices could be scrapped to boost Britain’s home-grown workforce. Trainees must currently pass numeracy and literacy tests before starting their roles if they ...

Businesses employing adult apprentices will now have the power to decide whether a Maths and English qualification should be part of the prescribed course, following a rule change by the government.

Apprentices over the age of 19 will no longer be required to undertake English and maths functional skills qualifications in order to complete their course. Up to 10,000 more apprentices would be able ...

Ministers hope the move will help wean the economy off overseas labour REQUIREMENTS for apprentices to pass English and Maths could be scrapped under plans to boost the workforce and slash migration.

Maths and English requirements for apprentices could be scrapped to boost Britain’s home-grown workforce. Trainees must currently pass numeracy and literacy tests before starting their roles if they ...