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The NJLC Ambassador Programme — now more flexible than ever
19 March 2026

Following feedback from employers and hundreds of Not Just Lab Coats (NJLC) Ambassadors, we’re evolving the Ambassador Programme to reflect the industry’s changing needs.

Government announces youth employment drive and apprenticeship reforms
16 March 2026

The government has announced a major youth employment drive and reforms to the apprenticeship system.

Cogent Skills nominated for two prestigious apprenticeship awards
18 February 2026

Cogent Skills Apprenticeship Training division has been shortlisted in two categories at the Apprenticeship Guide Awards 2026: Best Apprenticeship in Manufacturing and Excellence in Training ...

Q&A with Harry Cundall
9 February 2026

Last December Harry Cundall, a research scientist at FUJIFILM Biotechnologies, was named Not Just Lab Coats Ambassador of the Year, in recognition of everything he’s ...

National Apprenticeship Week 2026 is coming…and we need you!
29 January 2026

Apprenticeships play a critical role in growing the skills base of our science industries by building capability, developing job-ready skills and strengthening teams for the ...

High-growth industries call on government to pause and rethink apprenticeship end-point assessment reforms
12 January 2026

Leaders in life sciences and nuclear urge review of proposed changes

12 Reasons to Celebrate 2025
18 December 2025

As we wrap up another year, we’re taking a moment to reflect on what we’ve achieved together. Our short film, 12 Reasons to Celebrate 2025, ...

The Buncefield Explosion – Lessons and Legacy
10 December 2025

On the night of Saturday 10 December 2005, Tank 912 at the Buncefield oil storage depot in Hertfordshire was filling with petrol. The tank had ...

Harry Cundall named Not Just Lab Coats Ambassador of the Year
8 December 2025

Harry Cundall has been named Not Just Lab Coats Ambassador of the Year at a ceremony in London.

North-east science employer group going from strength to strength
8 December 2025

A group of leading science-based employers in the north-east of England is going from strength to strength in their efforts to attract new talent to the sector.

UK Budget November 2025: What it means for skills and our science industries
27 November 2025

The latest UK Budget sets out a number of major investments and reforms to strengthen the skills pipeline, support workforce development, and accelerate innovation.  

Commissioning opportunities with the Hydrogen and Carbon Capture Skills Accelerator
13 November 2025

Cogent Skills is commissioning providers to deliver two projects as part of the Hydrogen and Carbon Capture Skills Accelerator: Background A Strategic Skills Plan for ...

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