Higher and degree apprenticeships are increasingly recognised as a valuable career development tool, providing opportunities for individuals to 'earn while they learn.'
25/11/2015 - 14:32
300,000 homes will be better protected from flooding by 2021 following a £2.3 billion investment in flood defence schemes.
20/11/2015 - 11:59
Data published by the RAC Foundation has revealed that 2,375 council-maintained road bridges are unable to carry the heaviest vehicles, and it will cost £328 million to repair them.
18/11/2015 - 11:42
The government has announced plans to close all coal-fired power stations by 2025 and restrict their use by 2023.
13/11/2015 - 11:18
A new report by the National Trust has stated that only one in three coastal planning authorities have maintained up-to-date policies on how to deal with rising sea levels and more frequent storms.
10/11/2015 - 11:23
The government has announced £1.5 million funding to convert unused areas into small green spaces, known as ‘pocket parks’.
30/10/2015 - 12:52
Edinburgh Council expects to save approximately £77 million over the next 20 years through upgrading its street lights to LEDs.
21/10/2015 - 11:14
Local government pension funds in London and Greater Manchester have invested £60 million in renewable energy as part of a new infrastructure investment scheme.
26/02/2015 - 12:18
The Innovate UK's Energy Catalyst will see over 40 new technologies gain funding to help tackle a variety of energy issues.
28/02/2011 - 11:06
New report outlines plans to adopt a new ecosystem approach
06/12/2010 - 16:44
Latest round brings total number of projects approved by Rural Priorities to 5,350
29/10/2010 - 13:53
Scheme cost approximately £7m.
24/08/2010 - 13:52
Aim to make homes more energy efficient whilst stimulating the green job market.
19/02/2010 - 16:44
Nine organisations to receive additional funding next year.
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