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Matrix Launches Myth-Busting Apprenticeship Workshops for Local Authorities, Charities and Colleges During National Apprenticeship Week 2025

Matrix Workforce Management Solutions is excited to announce the roll out of its bespoke Myth-Busting Apprenticeship Workshops, taking place during the UK’s National Apprenticeship Week from February 10th to 14th, 2025. Designed and hosted by the Matrix Social Value Team, this initiative aims to provide clear, honest insights into apprenticeships while dispelling common misconceptions.

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Hundreds of jobs, apprenticeships, and crucial training opportunities created as national procurement experts Fusion21 help organisations smash social value targets

More than 350 jobs were created and a record number of people accessed apprenticeships after national procurement expert Fusion21 helped companies to deliver their social value targets.

New data published today by Fusion21 also reveals more than 2,000 people were able to access crucial training courses.

Sarah Maguire

Based in Knowsley in Merseyside and

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Almost 500 jobs created as procurement experts Fusion21 help organisations reach social value targets

Reporter: Stacy Clarke

Almost 500 jobs and 90 new apprenticeships have been created within a year thanks to work delivered through social enterprise and procurement expert Fusion21.

Celebrating its 21st anniversary this year, Fusion21 ensures its members, ranging from social housing associations to education and health providers, include social value targets as part of

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How to make the most of the apprenticeship levy

How to make the most of the apprenticeship levy

In April 2017, legislation that presented a complete overhaul of how apprenticeship training in the UK is structured and delivered came into effect. The intention of the apprenticeship levy is to increase funding and boost the volume of apprenticeships available within the UK, both in public

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