Five major cities across England have pledged to work with the government to drive up apprenticeships among underrepresented groups and ensure they are accessible to individuals from all backgrounds.
The ‘5 Cities Project’, launched by the Department for Education today, will see the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS) work with partners in the Greater Manchester, London, Bristol, Birmingham and Leicester areas to promote the take-up of apprenticeships among under-represented groups, including Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and those from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Key partners supporting the drive include some of the UK’s top employers – B&Q, Rolls Royce, Optimity, and Interserve – as well as local authorities, Local Enterprise Partnerships, apprenticeship providers, schools, and community groups.
