Written questions

Apprentices: Recruitment

Commons · Question 120719 · Tabled 13 Mar 2026 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 23 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Edward Morello

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether his Department has consulted levy-paying employers on the potential impact of the revised co-investment rates on future apprenticeship recruitment decisions.

Answer

Answered by Andrew Western, 23 Mar 2026

As we introduce new products, such as apprenticeship units and foundation apprenticeships, we are also simplifying the Growth and Skills Levy, improving its transparency and making it more efficient. From August, we are changing the employer’s co-investme...