£2,000 hiring payment for apprentices aged 16 to 24 in England

What happened

Non-levy employers in England can now claim a £2,000 payment for hiring eligible apprentices aged 16 to 24. Cambridge Marketing College is urging employers to use apprenticeships to build practical skills.

Why it may matter

• This is time-bound — there is an application or deadline involved, so check the dates before they pass.
• Something has opened that was not open before — worth checking whether you are eligible.
• Useful if you are trying to find an internship or get a job.
• Affects students in the UK.