Lancashire Cumbria Skills Barometer 2025
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Next generation of digital experts take on skills competition at the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology
Next generation of digital experts take on skills competition at the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology Innovation, problem-solving and collaboration were showcased as the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology (IoT) staged a county-wide digital skills competition. Teams of digital learners took on a series of challenges in the day-long event as part of […]
IoT is delivering the skills businesses are “crying out for”, say visiting MPs
IoT is delivering the skills businesses are “crying out for”, say visiting MPs MPs praised the ‘pipeline of talent ready to meet real-world challenges’ on a visit to IoT academic partner Accrington and Rossendale College. The college, part of Nelson and Colne College Group (NCCG), welcomed Rossendale and Darwen MP Andy MacNae and Hyndburn MP […]
How Sector Advisory Groups are having a real impact on IoT learners
How Sector Advisory Groups are having a real impact on IoT learners There’s no one-size-fits all approach when it comes to businesses. But there are some common skills needs experienced by organisations that fall into the same sectors and geographical areas. And these can be used to better create employees the economy in Lancashire and […]
Marc Potter, assistant principal of digital and creative innovation, B&FC
“We need to open more eyes to the possibilities of technical education” Technical education offers a world of opportunity to learners – but not enough know about the options open to them. That’s the view of Marc Potter, assistant principal of digital and creative innovation at IoT academic partner Blackpool and The Fylde College. He […]
Nelson and Colne College Group welcomes Skills Minister for National Apprenticeship Week
Nelson and Colne College Group welcomes Skills Minister for National Apprenticeship Week Nelson and Colne College Group welcomed Minister for Skills, Jacqui Smith, as part of National Apprenticeship Week celebrations. Minister Smith was met by Principal Lisa O’Loughlin, along with Morag Davis, Group Executive Director of Strategy and Transformation, and Phil Wilkinson, Chair of the […]
Exploring sustainable technology at Lancaster and Morecambe College
Exploring sustainable technology at Lancaster and Morecambe College Lancaster and Morecambe College are leading the way in sustainable education with its cutting-edge renewable technologies’ facility. Helen Mullen, Advanced Higher Lead Engineering, and Ryann Williams, Head of Construction & Engineering, are at the forefront of this initiative, ensuring students gain hands-on experience with the latest green […]
Advancing sustainable technology: How Nelson and Colne College Group is leading the way
Advancing sustainable technology: How Nelson and Colne College Group is leading the way John Barker and Dr Steve Wright Sustainability is no longer just an idealistic goal – it’s a necessity. The Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology (IoT), in partnership with Nelson and Colne College Group (NCCG), is at the forefront of this movement, […]
MP says the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology will be vital in meeting county’s housing needs
MP says the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology will be vital in meeting county’s housing needs Ribble Valley MP Maya Ellis believes the Lancashire and Cumbria Institute of Technology is laying the right foundations to support the region’s housebuilding targets – and has tried her hand at bricklaying. Maya praised the ‘real community effort’ […]
Burnley College hosts first Future U Experience Day
Burnley College hosts first Future U Experience Day Burnley College, an IoT academic partner, has kickstarted a series of experiential days aimed at inspiring the next generation of industry leaders. This initiative has been made possible through the collaborative use of LSIF (Local Skills Improvement Funds) funding and IOT resources which Burnley College has invested […]