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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 22h
One month to go until #GetTheNationLearning Week 2026... ⏳ Have you made your plans? During the week, Get the Nation Learning campaign supporters will be raising the profile of lifelong learning through a range of events and activities. Get involved: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Congratulations to Edge Hill University for achieving their Quality Standard in Carer Support (QSCS) accreditation through #DrivingChangeHE! 📜 Our #DrivingChangeHE project has been working with universities to improve the support they offer young adult carers.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
New statistics on the Connect to Work employment programme have been published today. 🔍 L&W analysis shows the expected versus actual number of programme and employment starts on Connect to Work, alongside how the Restart programme looked at a similar point in delivery. ⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Great in-person launch of our report funded by @nuffieldfoundation.org today! 🚀 The report warns that the Govt’s plans to grow the economy risk falling short unless it takes action to reverse sharp falls in the training employees get at work. Find out more: learningandwork.org.uk/understandin...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
"Since 2010, publicly funded adult education has been cut by £1 billion." We were delighted to exhibit our #GetTheNationLearning campaign at City & Guilds' Skills for Life event in Parliament. Hear from L&W's Aaron Revel on why supporting lifelong learning is more important than ever. 📽️⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Right now, in some parts of the UK, your postcode could cost you up to 18 years of life. Low wages, insecure jobs and unemployment are part of the problem. We're proud to support the @healthequals.bsky.social campaign, which is calling for a change in the law to tackle health inequalities.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
What are your plans for #GetTheNationLearning Week 2026? During 2-6 November, our campaign supporters will be acting in unison to raise the profile of lifelong learning. 💡 Find out more about the week, including how you can get involved: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
What should be the top priority to help people and employers adapt to a changing world of work? We asked some of our brilliant #EmpSkills26 speakers: 🎤 Kate Bell, @tuc.org.uk 🎤 Dr Fiona Aldridge, @skillsfederation.bsky.social 🎤 Patrick Craven, City & Guilds 🎤 Nimmi Patel, @techuk.bsky.social
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Get involved in #GetTheNationLearning Week 2026! During 2-6 November, our campaign supporters will be acting in unison to raise the profile of lifelong learning. 💡 Find out more about the week, including how you can get involved: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
What’s the one thing that would make the biggest difference in helping young people move into good jobs? At #EmpSkills26, we asked: ⭐ Sarah Yong, Youth Futures Foundation ⭐ Luiza Paludo Gomes, @britishretail.bsky.social ⭐ Olly Newton, @edgeuk.bsky.social ⭐ Jemma Johnstone, @maxuknews.bsky.social
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
Wonderful afternoon at #AdultLearningAwardsWM, which we are pleased to have supported! 🏆 It was so inspiring to hear the stories of this year’s incredible winners and finalists, and to celebrate their achievements.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
We’re at #AdultLearningAwardsWM with #GetTheNationLearning! Thrilled to be here to celebrate lifelong learning in the West Midlands. ⭐️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Our #EmpSkills26 convention is kicking off in Manchester! 🐝 Thank you to all our speakers and our sponsors @maxuknews.bsky.social @edgeuk.bsky.social @ingeusuk.bsky.social Youth Futures Foundation and City & Guilds for supporting the event. Head over to LinkedIn to see our updates through the day!
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
We’ve arrived in Manchester for #EmpSkills26 tomorrow! Looking forward to lots of insightful discussion on all things employment and skills. 💡 ➡️ Follow us on LinkedIn for updates throughout the day tomorrow.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
One week to go until #EmpSkills26! Next Thursday our Employment and Skills Convention is coming to Manchester, exploring how to grow opportunity and unlock potential in a changing workforce. Check out our agenda: learningandwork.org.uk/events/emplo... And our fantastic panels! ⬇️🌟
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Register for OECD's webinar next Wednesday featuring L&W's @lwalexs.bsky.social! The webinar will discuss a new PIAAC report 'Navigating life with low literacy and numeracy' which draws on the 2023 Survey of Adult Skills. 🕘 9am 📆 1 July 📺 Online Register now: meetoecd1.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Spotlighting panel 2️⃣ of #EmpSkills26... Unlocking potential: skills for a changing workforce 💡 Rapid technological change is reshaping jobs and the skills the workforce needs. This panel will explore how we can best adapt. Check out our line-up of expert speakers. ⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Spotlighting panel 1️⃣ of #EmpSkills26... Growing opportunity: young people, real jobs 🔍 With 1m young people not in education, employment or training, this panel will explore how policymakers, employers and practitioners can expand high-quality pathways into employment. Check out our fab speakers. ⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
We're thrilled to announce that the Rt Hon Lord Willetts will be delivering a keynote at #EmpSkills26! 🎙️ Lord Willetts is the President of @resolutionfoundation.org, Chair of the UK Space Agency, visiting Professor at KCL and Chair of the Foundation for Science and Technology.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Nominations are now open for the Mayor of London Adult Learning Awards 2026! 🏆 For the fifth year running, we are thrilled to be supporting the Greater London Authority in delivering these awards. Submit your nomination by Friday 24 July: www.london.gov.uk/london-adult...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Congratulations to The University of Law for achieving its QSCS accreditation! 🎉 Partnering with Carers Federation and supported by @tnlcommunityfund.org.uk, #DrivingChangeHE has worked with universities to improve support for young adult carers. learningandwork.org.uk/driving-chan... #CarersWeek
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
New statistics on the Connect to Work employment programme have been published today. 🔍 L&W analysis shows the expected versus actual number of programme and employment starts on Connect to Work, compared with the Restart programme. ⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
How do we build carer friendly communities? 💡 That's the theme of #CarersWeek 2026. But what does this mean within learning and work? With @carerstrust.bsky.social, we've called for young adult carers to be exempt from the 21 hour rule that can restrict their access to education. ⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
One week to go until nominations close for our #GetTheNationLearning Awards! ⏰ Everything you need including more information on our award categories and nomination guidance is available on our website: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Take a look at our analysis on the longer-term picture of young people not in education, employment or training over time. 🔍⬇️ #youngpeople #employment #milburn
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We're on the lookout for learning providers leading the way in #LifelongLearning! If you know an exceptional learning provider, nominate them for a #GetTheNationLearning Award... ✨ ⏰ The deadline's one week away so read our guidance and get nominating: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
"That is why I was proud to become a lifelong learning ambassador and to support L&W's Get the Nation Learning campaign." ✨ Nominations for this year's #GetTheNationLearning Awards are open! Let us know your lifelong learning hero by 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Nominate a local or regional authority for our #GetTheNationLearning Awards! These awards shine a light on people and organisations getting the nation learning - and local and regional authorities have a huge role to play in this. ✨ Nominate by 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Do you know a learner who has inspiring achievements in numeracy learning? Or an organisation helping adults improve their numeracy skills? ✨ Nominate them for one of our #GetTheNationLearning Awards, which close on 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
In England, 8.5m adults have low essential skills in literacy or numeracy. That's why we're pleased to be supporting #NationalNumeracyDay 2026, to help all adults get the numeracy skills they need for life and work. ✅ Find out more: www.nationalnumeracy.org.uk/numeracyday
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Do you know a community organisation improving access to lifelong learning? Nominate them for a #GetTheNationLearning award by 4 June. ✍️✨ Read our guidance and get your nomination in: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
One week to go until our Essential Skills Summit! 📅 Thursday 21 May 🕙 11am – 1pm 💻 Online Check out our stellar line-up of speakers and register now: learningandwork.org.uk/events/essen... 💫
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
We're thrilled to have Kaplan sponsor our #GetTheNationLearning Talent is Everywhere Award! 💫 This award celebrates organisations breaking down barriers to learning for people of all backgrounds. 📝 Find out more and nominate by 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
Our #GetTheNationLearning Learning with Technology Award is sponsored by @ufitrust.bsky.social! This award is for organisations, projects or provision using technology to enhance learning for work and extend learning opportunities. 🖥️ Nominate by 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
We're delighted to have UVAC and @holexpolicy.bsky.social sponsor our #GetTheNationLearning Learning Provider of the Year Award! Celebrate an adult learning provider delivering life changing adult education or training and nominate them by 4 June. ⬇️ getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Employers can play a crucial role in enabling people to learn throughout life. Give an employer you know a moment in the spotlight and nominate them for a #GetTheNationLearning Award! ✨ There's a range of awards up for grabs! Find out more and nominate: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
The British Army is sponsoring our #GetTheNationLearning Essential Skills Award! This award celebrates organisations equipping people with the essential skills needed for life and work or adults gaining literacy, numeracy or digital skills. Nominate now: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
We are thrilled to have NOCN Group sponsor two of our 2026 #GetTheNationLearning Awards! ✨ NOCN Group is sponsoring: 🌍 Net Zero Hero Award 💼 Employer of the Year Award Find out more about the awards and get nominating: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Do you know a learner worthy of recognition? Nominate them for our #GetTheNationLearning Awards, the biggest celebration of lifelong learning in England! 🏆 The deadline to nominate is Thursday 4 June. 📝 Read our guidance and get nominating: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Do you know an individual or organisation who deserves recognition for their achievements in adult learning? Nominate them for a #GetTheNationLearning Award! 🏆 ✍️ Read our guidance, get writing your nomination and submit by 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Tell us about your #lifelonglearning hero! #GetTheNationLearning Award nominations are open. ✨ The awards recognise learning that supports healthier futures, stronger communities, more opportunities, regional growth, and richer lives. Nominate now: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
Enter your nomination for the Get the Nation Learning Awards! Nominations cloe on 4 June 2026. getthenationlearning.org.uk #GetTheNationLearning. Awards sponsored by NOCN Group, Ufi VocTech Trust, City Lit, Kaplan, the British Army, UVAC, and Holex.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
It's your time to shine... ✨ Nominate for the #GetTheNationLearning Awards! 🏆 We have awards available for learners, employers, community organisations, learning providers and local or regional governments. ➡️ Find out more and nominate by 4 June: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
One day to go! Tomorrow you'll be able to nominate an individual or organisation who inspires you for our #GettheNationLearning Awards... ✨ We can't wait to hear your #lifelonglearning stories!
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Two days to go until #GettheNationLearning Award nominations open! 🏆 Get ready to tell us about your #lifelonglearning hero by submitting a nomination for an individual or organisation you know. Stay tuned... ✨
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Three days to go until nominations open for the #GetTheNationLearning Awards 2026! ✨ The Get the Nation Learning Awards are the biggest celebration of lifelong learning in England, with an awards ceremony taking place in November during Get the Nation Learning Week.
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
One week to go until we open nominations for our #GetTheNationLearning Awards! 🏆 The awards shine a light on examples of adult learning that support healthier futures, stronger communities, more opportunities, regional growth, and richer lives. Stay tuned for more from us!
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
"We have got to train everybody and develop their skills all the way through their lives and their careers." Graham Hasting-Evans, CEO at NOCN Group who sponsored two of our #GetTheNationLearning 2025 Awards, explains why they support the campaign. ⬇️ Get involved: getthenationlearning.org.uk/join/
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
"Lifelong learning enables our people to be our point of difference." #GetTheNationLearning is a growing movement aiming to build a future where everyone can learn throughout life. Major William Dunlop explains why the British Army is one of our campaign supporters. ⬇️📽️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
"Get the Nation Learning is a call to action." 📢 #GetTheNationLearning is making the case for lifelong learning, supported by nearly 200 organisations. Naomi Hawkins, Delivery Manager – Stakeholder Engagement at the West Midlands Combined Authority, explains why they are backing the campaign. ⬇️
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Learning and Work Institute @learnworkuk.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
"We're big believers in the power of training to change lives." At the 2025 #GetTheNationLearning Awards, BBC Studios Drama Productions won our Employer of the Year Award sponsored by NOCN. Keen to get involved in #GetTheNationLearning? Sign our charter: getthenationlearning.org.uk/get-the-nati...
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