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Apprenticeships are now the career path of choice, marking major shift in post 16 attitudes
01 Oct 26
Apprenticeships are now the career path of choice, marking major shift in post 16 attitudes

New research reveals a significant shift in attitudes towards technical and vocational pathways, with Hertfordshire parents and carers now more likely to encourage their child to consider an apprenticeship than traditional full-time higher education.

Tackling digital poverty: Hertfordshire Futures helps residents connect, learn, and thrive
10 Sep 26
Tackling digital poverty: Hertfordshire Futures helps residents connect, learn, and thrive

Hertfordshire Futures is helping tackle digital poverty across the county through programmes that help residents access technology, develop digital skills, and gain confidence to participate fully in modern life.

Looking to recruit new talent while reducing your recruitment costs?
09 Sep 26
Looking to recruit new talent while reducing your recruitment costs?

The Youth Jobs Grant offers employers a £3,000 payment for every eligible young person recruited, helping businesses of all sizes and sectors access motivated talent while supporting more young people into work.

Empowering Hertfordshire's next generation of businesses: Independent evaluation confirms the success of ‘Get Enterprising’
08 Sep 26
Empowering Hertfordshire's next generation of businesses: Independent evaluation confirms the success of ‘Get Enterprising’

An independent evaluation has highlighted the significant impact and strategic importance of the Get Enterprising programme, which supports local entrepreneurs and early-stage businesses to start, grow, and thrive.

Results day: there are more routes to success than ever
21 Aug 26
Results day: there are more routes to success than ever

With A-Level and GCSE results days upon us, thousands of young people across Hertfordshire will be receiving grades and considering what comes next. While results can feel hugely important, they are just one step on a journey that can lead to a wide range of opportunities.

Hertfordshire-backed productions recognised at RTS East Awards
18 Aug 26
Hertfordshire-backed productions recognised at RTS East Awards

Productions supported by Hertfordshire Film Office and local partners were recognised at this year's Royal Television Society (RTS) East Awards, highlighting the county's contribution to the East of England's thriving screen sector.

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