6,290 new apprenticeships in Buckingham since 2010

Thursday, 9 February 2023 12:46

Figures show that 6,290 new apprenticeships have been created in the Buckingham area since 2010.

Buckingham MP Greg Smith met a number of apprentices from Rolls Royce at a special event in Westminster, hearing how they enrolled in their apprenticeships and why it was a better path for them than University or direct to work.

Between 2010 and 2023, 6,290 new apprenticeships have been created in Buckingham constituency and over 5.3 million apprenticeships have been created across England.

Commenting, Greg said: “Apprenticeships are fantastic ways for students to enter the world of work, helping them to build new skills and gain vital industry knowledge – all while being paid.

“It is brilliant news that 6,290 new apprenticeships have been created in Buckingham constituency since 2010 thanks to successive Conservative governments – as part of the Conservatives drive to improve skills and productivity in our economy.

“Each new apprenticeship means another student building the skills and knowledge they need for a long and successful career”.

Commenting, Education Secretary Gillian Keegan said: “My apprenticeship was my golden ticket. It gave me a unique insight into how a business operated, from the shop floor to the boardroom. I learnt the skills that businesses truly value and it launched my career in international business.

“This National Apprenticeship week I hope more people learn about the incredible opportunities available in everything from engineering to healthcare. Whatever career goals you aspire to, they can be achieved through an apprenticeship which can take you all the way up to masters degree level”.