Question reference: S6W-26659
- Asked by: Carol Mochan, MSP for South Scotland, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 3 April 2024
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Current status: Answered by Graeme Dey on 1 May 2024
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what recent discussions it has had with (a) COSLA and (b) individual local authorities regarding any role that local government can play in increasing apprenticeship provision for traditional trades.
Answer
The Scottish Government has not had discussions with COSLA or local authorities regarding apprenticeship provision for traditional trades. Skills Development Scotland have operational responsibility for apprenticeship provision and regularly engage with local authorities, for both Modern and Foundation Apprenticeship provision.