February 11, 2026

A new pilot scheme has been launched to help local businesses grow, boost productivity and develop the skilled workforce they need through fully funded apprenticeship training.  The Staffordshire Business Support Pilot, delivered through the Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Growth Hub, will use Staffordshire County Council’s available apprenticeship levy to cover 100% of apprenticeship training and assessment costs for eligible employers. This means …