Issue details

Skills Bootcamps Herefordshire 2027/2028 Financial Year

To approve the submission of a delivery plan to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for Skills Bootcamps funding of £1.5 million for the 2027/28 financial year.

To agree that Herefordshire Council will act as the accountable body for the management, administration and commissioning of the funding, once approved by DWP, including any subsequent Skills Bootcamps allocations awarded to the council.

To delegate to the Service Director for Economy and Growth and Service Director for Education, Skills and Learning, all operational decisions necessary to implement and deliver the programme, including the appointment of training provider(s) and the management of associated funding and contractual arrangements.


Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure and strategic nature / impact on communities;

Decision status: For Determination

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Notice of proposed decision first published: 17/07/2026

Decision due: 25 August 2026 by Cabinet member economy and growth

Lead member: Cabinet member economy and growth

Lead director: Service Director Economy and Growth

Department: Economy and Environment

Contact: Alexia Heath, Post 16 Senior Advisor Email: aheath1@herefordshire.gov.uk Tel: 01432383416.

Documents

  • Skills Bootcamps Herefordshire 2027/2028 Financial Year