It could probably be said that further and technical education is on the cusp of a remarkable transformation in England.
Some of this is driven by previous change, most notably the introduction of T Levels. But much of this potential transformation is captured in the new Skills and Post-16 Education Act 2022.
There are reasons to challenge, check the small print and occasionally raise direct objections. But on the whole, the Act represents a genuine attempt to move forward opportunities for tens of thousands of young people and adults, address social issues through education and support the economy across the board.
The publicly stated aim of the Secretary of State that T Levels should become as well known and respected as A Levels perhaps tells us a lot about the direction of travel and it is one to welcome.
