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PARENTS URGE GOVERNMENT TO KEEP PROMISE ON PLAY

Parents across the country are urging the Government to keep a pre election promise to give an extra £200 million Lottery money to Children’s Play.

Adventurous launch for new All Party Group

A new All Party Group was launched today, ensuring that adventure and outdoor recreation climbs even higher up the Parliamentary agenda.

BRAND NEW CAREERS HOTLINE FOR ACTIVE LEISURE & LEARNING

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning joins forces with learndirect to today launch a brand new careers advice hotline.

BUILDING ON NEW STANDARDS IN SPECTATOR SAFETY

SkillsActive is pleased to announce that the updated level 3 and 4 national occupational standards for spectator safety, have this week been approved and are now available for use in new and existing qualifications.

Barriers to Volunteering Won't Go Away

Calls came today for a public consultation into the barriers affecting volunteers as Julian Brazier’s Promotion of Volunteering Bill was effectively talked out in its remaining stages.

COME PLAY WITH US ON PLAYDAY

“Come and play with us” is the message SkillsActive is giving to all youngsters across London as Victoria Park is transformed into a gigantic play area to celebrate this years Playday.

CHANCELLOR GUARANTEES FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR STAFF DEVELOPMENT

The Chancellor has today outlined further plans to transform skill levels within the UK workforce.

CHILDREN’S WORKFORCE PLANS UNVEILED

The Children’s Workforce Strategy has been published for consultation by the Government. SkillsActive is urging its members to respond.

FITNESS INDUSTRY JOINS FORCES TO SHAPE SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE

SkillsActive and Chief Leisure Officers’ Association team up to host Northern Ireland’s first ever skills seminar for the health and fitness industry.

GOVERNMENT MUST DO MORE FOR OUTDOOR EDUCATION

The DfES and Local Authorities have not done enough to promote education outside the classroom. This is the message delivered to the Government today by a cross party committee of MPs.

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCE 14-19 REFORMS

The Government today published its long awaited white paper reforming 14-19 education.

LAUNCH OF APPRENTICESHIPS FOR YOUNG SPORTING ELITE

SkillsActive is pleased to announce the official launch of the Advanced Apprenticeship in Sporting Excellence (AASE) today at the home of Rugby Union in Twickenham with cricket, tennis, rugby union and swimming.

LSC MAKES SPORT A FUNDING PRIORITY

The LSC has this week announced that it’ll give priority to sport, with a particular emphasis to coaching, and the Apprenticeship in sporting excellence.

MINISTER TO OPEN SKILLSACTIVE CONVENTION

Phil Hope, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Skills, will today open SkillsActive’s first annual skills convention for employers.

NEW AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SPORT

The SkillsActive Professional Development Board has now approved the Sports Leaders UK submission of the Award in Community Sports Leadership at level 2.

NEW FITNESS ERA FOR WALES

SkillsActive used its Welsh Skills Conference today to formally launch Exercise Council Wales and the Welsh arm of the Register of Exercise Professionals – enforcing Wales’ commitment to exercise and fitness.

NEW LEARNING INITIATIVE LAUNCHED WITH BOXING AND RUGBY LEAGUE

Launched today by boxing legend Barry McGuigan, Yorkshire’s boxing and rugby league clubs will help local people to improve their literacy, numeracy and language skills.

NEW STANDARDS FOR SPECTATOR SAFETY

SkillsActive are pleased to announce that the updated level 2 national occupational standards for spectator safety, have this week been approved and are now available for use in new and existing qualifications.

Northern Ireland employers get the voice they deserve

Employers in NI are finally getting the voice they deserve as SkillActive launches today at David Lloyd Leisure in Belfast.

New Standards for Health and Fitness

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning, has this week, officially launched the new National Occupational Standards in Instructing, Physical Activity and Exercise.

New SSC to Drive Careers Advice for the Active Leisure And Learning Sector

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning is the number one contact for careers advice for the Sector.

NEW FOUNDATION DEGREE FOR PLAYWORK

The Playwork Foundation Degree initiative will lead to the development of a new, free standing Level 4 qualification that is work-based, learner centred, delivery flexible and practice focused.

PARLIAMENTARIANS GET SERIOUS ABOUT PLAY

A new backbench group of parliamentarians met for the first time this week, to take action on issues affecting children’s play.

PLAY SECTOR WELCOMES CONCILIATORY MOVES ON LOTTERY FUNDING

SkillsActive and The Children’s Play Council today welcomed moves by the Government to heal the rift over the promised £200m of Lottery funding for play.

NEW STANDARDS FOR PLAYWORK

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning, are pleased to announce the approval of Level 3 and 4 Standards for the Playwork Sector.

HOW CAN THE SKILLS FOR BUSINESS NETWORK BEST SUPPORT THE VOLUNTARY AND COMMUNITY SECTOR?

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council (SSC) for Active Leisure and Learning, has lead responsibility on behalf of the Skills for Business network (SfBN) to support the needs of the Voluntary and Community Sector workforce (VCS).

Recreation for All

The Government has conceded to pressure to take account of children’s enjoyment of their free time in the Children Bill.

SKILLSACTIVE ADDRESSES TRAINING NEEDS IN SOUTH WALES

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning, is providing solutions to the training needs of employees in South Wales.

SKILLSACTIVE FOCUSES ON 2012 VOLUNTEER DEVELOPMENT

With London winning the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, SkillsActive calls for an increased focus on volunteer training and development.

SKILLSACTIVE KEY TO A HEALTHY NATION

SkillsActive is a key partner in delivering the Government’s physical activity goals according to an action plan published today.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCH CONSULTATION FOR SPORTS OFFICIALS

Today sees the launch of the long awaited industry-wide consultation to develop National Occupational Standards for sports officials in the UK.

SKILLSACTIVE TO LAUNCH SECTOR SKILLS AGREEMENT IN SCOTLAND

Following months of consultation with employers and other stakeholders, Monday 18 September sees the launch of SkillsActive’s Sector Skills Agreement (SSA) for Scotland. The SSA marks the beginning of a long-term relationship between employers and stakeholders to deliver relevant skills, training and development to the sector in Scotland.

SKILLACTIVE WELCOMES NEW STANDARDS FOR MANAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP

Today sees the launch of new National Occupational Standards in Management and Leadership following a two-year consultation and review process.

SKILLSACTIVECAREERS OFFICIALLY LAUNCHED

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for Active Leisure and Learning officially launched its careers information and guidance service this week at SkillCity in London.

SKILLSACTIVE AWARDS COMMUNITY BURSARY FOR SPORTS PROFESSIONALS

Following an extensive selection process, SkillsActive are delighted to announce four winners of the Nancy Ovens Trust bursary.

SKILLSACTIVE HAILS UK’S TOP TRAINING ORGANISATIONS

SkillsActive last night recognised two ambassadors for training in the active leisure and learning sector by presenting an ‘Achievement in Training’ award to PGL Travel Ltd and Greenwich Leisure Limited.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCH NEW INITIATIVE FOR SPORT IN SE

Today sees the official launch of young apprenticeship in sports management, leadership and coaching in the South East.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCH NOS FOR SPORTS OFFICIALS

SkillsActive has launched the first ever generic standards for the UK’s sports officials.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCH PILATES STANDARDS

Today sees the launch of the first ever National Occupational Standards for Pilates in the UK.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCH YOGA STANDARDS

Today sees the launch of the first ever National Occupational Standards for yoga in the UK.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCHES NEW GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE FOR SPORT

SkillsActive, the Sector Skills Council for sport and active leisure, this week announces the launch of a Young Apprenticeship programme for the sector.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCHES SECTOR SKILLS AGREEMENT

At an event held in Westminster and attended by Parliamentarians, industry figures and representatives of other Sector Skills Councils; SkillsActive launched the findings of its Sector Skills Agreement alongside other members of the Skills for Business Network.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCHES UK’S FIRST PLAYWORK STRATEGY

Wednesday 14 June sees the launch of the first UK Strategy for Playwork Education, Training and Qualifications: Quality Training, Quality Play 2006-2011 at the All Party Parliamentary Group on Play at The House of Commons, Westminster, London. SkillsActive is leading the launch of the sector strategy which aims to improve the quality and range of play opportunities for children and young people.

SKILLSACTIVE LEADS SECTOR REFORM

SkillsActive, this week submitted a formal ‘expression of interest’ to the government, following a proposal to secure a National Skills Academy (NSA) for the sector.

SKILLSACTIVECAREERS GOES INTERACTIVE

Today sees the launch of SkillsActive’s careers website – the jewel in its ‘careers crown’.

SPORT APPRENTICES GAIN COUNTRY-WIDE MOMENTUM

Following the success of the first year of the Young Apprenticeship programme in sports management, leadership and coaching, SkillsActive is delighted to announce that the programme will now be rolled out across a number of regions in England.

SPORTS OFFICIALS GO INTERACTIVE

This week sees the launch of the sportsofficialsUK brand new website.

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCHES SECTOR SKILLS AGREEMENT FOR SCOTLAND

At an event attended by politicians, employers and other stakeholders, SkillsActive today launched its Sector Skills Agreement for Scotland, marking the beginning of a long-term relationship between employers and stakeholders to deliver relevant skills, training and development to the Active Leisure and Learning sector in Scotland.

Minister Hosts SkillsActive Launch in Scotland

The Sector Skills Council for the Active Leisure and Learning sector, SkillsActive will today launch its programme of activity throughout Scotland.

SkillsActive on Choosing Activity

SkillsActive has called on the Government to take positive action to enable more people to become physically active.

WE WOULD RATHER PLAY OUTSIDE SAY CHILDREN

80 per cent of children in the UK prefer playing outside to playing indoors – but not all of them get the chance. Nearly three in four children (72 per cent) would like to play out more often, according to a new survey released for PlayDay 2006.

WORKING IN FITNESS SURVEY 2006

The third Working in Fitness survey – the largest annual survey of people working in the health and fitness sector in the UK – has just been launched.

SGILIAU HEINI’N MYND I’R AFAEL AG ANGHENION HYFFORDDI DE CYMRU

Mae Sgiliau Heini, Cyngor Sgiliau’r Sector Hamdden a Dysgu Egnïol, yn darparu atebion i’r anghenion hyfforddi cyflogwyr De Cymru.

YORKSHIRE SPORT GETS 400,000 REASONS TO LEARN

Boxing and rugby league club employees and volunteers in the Yorkshire area are being encouraged to improve their literacy, numeracy and language skills through a TUC funded learning programme.

Enterprise in Play Conference 2004

SkillsActive is celebrating its first anniversary as a Sector Skills Council and showcasing Innovation and Enterprise in Playwork

SKILLSACTIVE LAUNCHES FIRST INTERACTIVE CAREERS MAP

SkillsActive has launched a fully interactive careers map, representing the first of its kind for the sector.