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20 November 2025

Innovative partnership to plant seed in pupils about gaining green skills

A partnership between Skills Development Scotland (SDS), Bertha Park High School and The James Hutton Institute is helping teachers educate young people about skills and careers to support the climate transition.

HE and FE Minister Ben Macpherson with Leith Academy pupils 10Nov25
10 November 2025

Pupil career aspirations broadening to meet opportunities

SDS nationwide study shows that jobs in engineering and construction, medical and healthcare and creative industries are top choices for senior phase pupils.

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13 August 2024

Proposed reforms of the college sector

The Scottish Government is undertaking a review of the regional and strategic bodies within the Glasgow and Lanarkshire college regions.