Vince Cable has announced the coalition government’s new strategy for vocational education, which aims to transform the social status and image of vocational skills and apprenticeships.

Apprenticeships will be a focus of the new policy, with investment of over £600 million planned in adult apprenticeships.

“The acquisition of skills enables people to progress in learning and work and delivers social benefits too. I want to see the development of a culture of learning with individuals and employers driving forward the skills system and contributing to the learning they receive.”