New apprenticeships on the way as part of overhaul

Chefs, childcare workers, and staff for the retail and ICT sectors could be trained through new apprenticeships as part of plans to widen their availability and appeal.

Talks are under way between employers, trade unions, and state agencies as part of an overhaul of apprenticeships.

This month, a National Apprenticeship Council will be appointed and will oversee calls for new schemes, likely to be proposed by industry groups, colleges, and training centres early next year.