Apprenticeships - coronavirus guidance

The government and unionlearn have both issued guidance on apprenticeships during the pandemic. A key point is that apprentices’ learning may continue (probably remotely) if they have to remain away from work or are “furloughed”. Separately the government has said that, if apprentices are furloughed, employers must make up their pay to the statutory minimum that applies to them. See May’s Labour Research for more details.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-apprenticeship-programme-response/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-for-apprentices-employers-training-providers-end-point-assessment-organisations-and-external-quality-assurance-pro

https://www.unionlearn.org.uk/apprenticeships-covid-19