After struggling to find job candidates with the right skills, Bauer took matters into its own hands

Apprenticeships can provide the training that has been used to smooth over graduates' rough edges

Jo Davis, group HR director at Itsu, explains how to get the most from your apprenticeship levy

However, some employers are struggling to get to grips with the apprenticeship levy

Strict rules protect 'traditional apprentices' from unfair dismissal

Parents also assume apprenticeships are more prevalent in 'male' sectors

MPs have labelled the apprenticeship levy a “blunt instrument” but it is still an opportunity not to be missed

A quarter of firms have never considered taking on an apprentice

The industry body wants politicians to make employment central to the next government's agenda

The Resolution Foundation's Kathleen Henehan called for quality and clarity around apprenticeships

For many businesses the talent gaps are not at entry level; they are in advanced technical or managerial roles

Simon Moffatt, HRD at Prudential UK, explains why apprenticeships must be a joint effort