Schools to Offer Technical Subjects to Pupils from Age 14 in England, Burnham Says The UK government's latest attempt to reboot vocational education has drawn a mixed response from critics, with some welcoming the emphasis on technical skills and others warning that it may not be enough to address entrenched problems facing young people.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham's announcement that schools in England will offer pupils the chance to study technical subjects like manufacturing and computer science from age 14 is part of a broader trend aimed at providing alternatives to traditional academic routes.
Business leaders have expressed enthusiasm for the initiative, but others are skeptical about its potential impact on youth employment.