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GMLPN Signs the Get the Nation Learning Charter

GMLPN Signs the Get the Nation Learning Charter

GMLPN is proud to announce that it has signed the Get the Nation Learning Charter, joining a growing movement of organisations across the country committed to promoting lifelong learning and opening up opportunities for people of all ages. The Get the Nation Learning Charter is part of the national Get the Nation Learning initiative, led…

Reintroducing the GMLPN Team: Strengthening Collaboration Across Greater Manchester’s Skills Landscape

Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) is excited to reintroduce our dedicated team, as we continue to support Education Providers across Greater Manchester (GM) with a renewed focus on collaboration, engagement, and growth. Following a strategic review by the GMLPN Board, the organisation’s management structure has been updated to reflect the skills, experience, and ambitions…

Winners at the GM Skills Awards 2025

The GM Skills Awards 2025 Winners Announced

Meet the GM Skills 2025 Awards Winners The GM Skills Awards 2025 took place on Thursday, 3rd of July at The Monastery Manchester, bringing together apprentices, employers, and support teams to celebrate outstanding achievements. The event also highlighted the strong partnership between ourselves at Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) and the Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce (GMCC). By…

System People Ltd Joins Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN)

System People Ltd Joins Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN)

System People Ltd, an apprenticeship training provider, has joined GMLPN. System People Ltd are an independent education recruitment agency based in Carlisle, serving clients across Cumbria. They specialise in placing professionals such as teachers, teaching assistants, cover supervisors, lecturers, trainers/assessors, and administrators in various educational settings. They are also an apprenticeship training provider and since…

Regional Training Provider Networks unite to Launch National Community of Practice

Regional Training Provider Networks unite to Launch National Community of Practice

A powerful new collaboration is underway as regional provider networks from across England launch the Networks of Providers: Community of Practice – an ambitious initiative designed to enhance cooperation, foster innovation, and share best practices across the post-16 education, training, and skills sector. The initiative, led by founding members including Yorkshire Learning Providers, the Devon…

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GMLPN supported Members on Menopause Understanding

GMLPN partnered with Still Human to equip members with the knowledge to support menopause-related wellbeing. In a continued effort to promote wellbeing and inclusivity, GMLPN offered its members three, one-hour interactive workshops, delivered by Still Human, focused on menopause awareness. Mindfulness and becoming Menopause Ambassadors. Understanding and supporting the mental health of those around us…

GMLPN Strengthens Board with the Appointment of Two Senior College Leaders

The Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board: Allan Milne, Director of Apprenticeships and Employer Engagement at Salford City College Group, and Tracey Wood, Chief Commercial Officer at Trafford & Stockport College Group. These appointments mark an important step in strengthening the GMLPN…

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Shortlists Announced for the GM Skills Awards 2025 

The shortlists for the Greater Manchester (GM) Skills Awards 2025 have been confirmed! The award aim to celebrate excellence in the Further Education and Skills Sector in Greater Manchester, with the inaugural awards taking place on the 3rd July 2025, at the Manchester Monastery.  The awards are a partnership between the Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network…

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Robin Lindsay Joins GMLPN Advisory Board

The Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN) is delighted to announce that Robin Lindsay, Quality of Education Director at North Lancs Training Group (NLTG), has joined the GMLPN Advisory Board. With over two decades of experience in the education and training sector, Robin Lindsay brings extensive expertise in quality assurance, curriculum development, and learner progression….

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FDQ Ltd Joins Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network

FDQ Ltd, an Awarding and End-point Assessment Organisation, has joined Greater Manchester Learning Provider Network (GMLPN). As a food specialist awarding body and end-point assessment organisation, the food and drink industry are at the heart of everything FDQ do. As part of the ftc group, they are a not-for-profit organisation which enables them to focus…

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