Chaired by @NoraSenior1, the Strategic Board seeks to maximise the impact of the collective investment that Scotland makes in enterprise and skills development.
We have recently launched the Green Jobs Workforce Academy where people can access training and learn new skills, as well as find a new green job. Find out more > https://t.co/Bg2EKtClyr
Today our Chair @norasenior1 takes part in the @SP_Economy Economy and Fair Work Committee on employment and skills for recovery with a focus on the medium to longer-term priorities #skillsinvestment
This afternoon our Chair @norasenior1 will attend the Education, Children and Young People Committee Business Planning Session to discuss the alignment of the skills system, education and business needs #skillsalignment
#NoWrongPath kicks off today and this year the messaging is as important as ever 🙌
There is still time to get involved and help make sure #Scotland’s young people are informed about the options available to them.
Get involved 👉 https://t.co/C7otCbXMDQ
Congratulations to all receiving their results today. No matter what step you're on with your learner journey, Scotland's Colleges and Universities are here for you. See a message from our chair, Mike Cantlay:
#sqaresultsday#NoWrongPath#mylearnerjourney
No matter what your results are, there are options for you. The @mywowscotland#ResultsHelpline offers information on course vacancies, UCAS confirmation and clearing, apprenticeships, jobs, volunteering and staying in school. Call 0808 100 8000 📞 https://t.co/pzgRf6EPtH
Today we are delighted to have the Minister for Business, @Ivan_McKee join us to discuss the National Economic Transformation Strategy and the role that the board can play in shaping an ambitious Scotland that maximises social & environmental wellbeing #EconomicTransformation
Today marks the launch of The Scottish Funding Councils Review of Coherent Provision and the Sustainability of Colleges and Universities which makes a number of recommendations and sets an ambitious pathway for the future @ScotFundCouncil#skillsalignment
Today we are delighted to publish our Phase 3 Report of our Review of Coherent Provision and Sustainability.
We look forward to working with partners to deliver on the recommendations that will enable us to respond effectively in the future.
https://t.co/JQn7qA8q8J
📈 Payments for employers recruiting apprentices made redundant are being increased from £2,000 to £5,000.
For more info on adopting an apprentice visit: https://t.co/AwiXhmwapq #ScotAppWeek21#BusinessBackingTalent
Financing Scotland’s Recovery report by Benny Higgins recommends a series of measures to help support the long term recovery of businesses from the #coronavirus pandemic. Read more ➡️ https://t.co/brHdvv6IJ9
Today our Chair, @norasenior1, hosts her quarterly meeting with the Enterprise & Skills Agency Chairs. This will aid the coordination & alignment of activities across the agencies and feed into our planned refresh of the Strategic Plan #StrategicPlanRefresh21.
Today our Chair, @norasenior1 , co-chairs the first Skills Alignment Assurance Group to support SFC & SDS work to create a coherent whole system approach that serves learners, employers and the economy #FutureSkills#CollectiveInvestment#Collaboration
A demand-led skills system that responds to industry and learner needs is crucial to drive inclusive and sustainable economic growth as outlined in our Strategic Plan #SkillsAlignment
Further info: https://t.co/QkvRVn3S3b
Long-term economic growth within Scotland is strongly linked to the performance of its successful companies and the type of business models they deploy - discuss.
The Board reviews actions to drive forward business creation and inclusive growth #StrategicPlanRefresh21
Scottish businesses face unprecedented challenges and will need tailored support to ensure a sustained recovery. Today the Board reviews actions to drive our business creation and growth #ESSB
This afternoon we’re setting out our spending plans in the Scottish Budget 2021-22.
📺 Watch Finance Secretary @KateForbesMSP's statement live from 2pm on https://t.co/zWDxp2MyAe
💬 Follow the conversation on #ScotBudget
We’ll also be live tweeting announcements here.
Full details on £25m Scottish Wedding Industry Fund were announced by @scotgov today. The fund opens on Thursday 28 January & is targeted at businesses impacted by #COVID whose main income source is from the wedding sector.
Find out more - https://t.co/MeYQ0VbEow
In December, along with @COSLA, we published a report about the impact the pandemic is having on Scotland. Here's a blog post about the report which includes some questions for those thinking about our recovery and renewal https://t.co/TeTCfa3yO8. #NationalPerformanceFramework