This is my final message of the year. 2022 is a year that has been fraught with challenges for the skills sector. Despite all of this, and with your support, AELP has been able to secure some really positive wins on your behalf. I would love to be able to say that 2023 will be easier but there is no doubt, it will not be a smooth ride for any of us. You will want the government to prioritise putting the sector on a sustainable footing, as we face further uncertainty and continued rising costs. I truly believe that if we work together as a whole sector, putting learners first, we can succeed in minimising the impact of those challenges.
Before I outline my thoughts on the year just gone, I want to pay tribute to the hard work of Martin Dunford OBE who stood down as AELP Chair in February. Martin was a founding member of AELP all those years ago – and his relentless commitment to the organisation has been incredible to witness. We wish him all the best for the future. Martin, has been succeeded by Nichola Hay MBE. Nicki’s goal is to drive a modern, forward thinking and collaborative organisation. It has been an absolute pleasure to work alongside her to achieve that ambition - her passion and insight mean she’s a real asset in supporting the work we do.
