The January 2026 updates to the Apprenticeship Accountability Framework introduce key changes that affect how provider performance is assessed, with important implications for data quality, delivery oversight and accountability risk.

The 2025–2026 Apprenticeship Funding Rules introduce several important changes that will impact how apprenticeships are planned, delivered and assured, with direct implications for provider compliance and risk.

The Autumn Budget 2025 introduces several important changes that will influence apprenticeship delivery, employer engagement and future funding models. 

Funding compliance issues are one of the main causes of audit findings and clawbacks. The Skills Office Network guidance highlights three frequent errors that appear repeatedly during funding assurance activity . 

Cliffe House Training Academy achieved Ofsted Outstanding across all areas, demonstrating strong quality, effective compliance and confident delivery. This case study explores the support that helped strengthen their provision.