Delegates will discuss how local authorities can best localise their Apprenticeships strategies to meet employer’s needs and fill local skills gaps, including the potential impact of the decision to devolve responsibility for The Apprenticeships Grant for Employers (AGE) as part of it City Deals with London, Manchester, Sheffield and West Yorkshire.

The conference will bring together key policymakers with stakeholders including colleges and training providers, awarding bodies, employers and trade associations, local authorities, universities, community groups, trade unions, academics and others with an interest in these important issues.