3 June 2026
Why questioning ageism is crucial to lifelong learning
Harriet Bailiss, Head of Ageism at Centre for Ageing Better explores why tackling ageing within learning is crucial, so that we can all age, and learn, without limits.
29 May 2026
I found my voice through lifelong learning – others deserve the same chance
Ed Balls, Former Cabinet Minister and Shadow Chancellor, sets out why lifelong learning is vital for the country.
26 May 2026
How can housing providers help get the nation learning?
Aaron Revel, Head of Lifelong Learning at Learning and Work Institute, reflects on a recent workshop with housing providers to explore how they can support lifelong learning.
20 May 2026
Numeracy and lifelong learning
For National Numeracy Day 2026, Paul Milner, Programmes Director at National Numeracy, explores how we can engage adults in numeracy and why now is the moment to act.
13 April 2026
Making the most of digital technologies for your adult learners
William Pickford, Principal at Redbridge Institute of Adult Education who won our 2025 Learning with Technology Award, sets out five key principles to make the most out of technology within adult learning.
8 April 2026
Five principles for an adult skills partnership that works
Lendlease and Newham Council, winners of the 2025 Get the Nation Learning Net Zero Hero Award, outline five principles employer and local government partnerships can follow to help get the nation learning.
12 March 2026
No train, no gain webinar
This webinar explored findings of L&W research showing how access to in-work training can act as a boon for people’s pay and careers.
2 March 2026
When it comes to lifelong learning, are we any closer to the College of the Future?
Stephen Evans, Chief Executive at Learning and Work Institute, reflects on the role of colleges in providing adults with opportunity and agency throughout their lives.
2 March 2026
Why adult education is an investment, not a cost
David Hughes, CEO at the Association of Colleges, sets out why a well-funded, high-quality adult education system is beneficial to society and the economy.
7 November 2025
Small firms are the backbone of the economy. They need backing to help their workers access training.
Tina McKenzie discusses the challenges to smaller businesses investing in skills or planning workforce development, and how, with a little help, they can do more.