Evidence that shapes the sector
YLP delivers funded projects and research that improve opportunities for learners, providers and employers across Yorkshire — from live vacancy data and sector surveys to regional skills research and policy responses.
Representing sector issues
YLP uses evidence and provider voice to respond to sector-wide challenges and build collaborative practice across the network.
YLP Response to the NEET Crisis
YLP's formal response addressing the rise in young people not in education, employment or training, and what the sector and policymakers need to do next.
Read the ResponseThe Milburn & YLP NEET Reports Analysed
Our NEET white paper set side by side with the government-commissioned Milburn review. Written independently, they land on nine shared findings — and ours came first.
Read the AnalysisSocial Initiatives Paper
How YLP and its members deliver social value across Yorkshire — the initiatives we run, the communities they reach and the difference they make.
Read the PaperNetworks of Providers: Community of Practice
How YLP's Community of Practice model connects providers to share expertise, tackle shared challenges and raise standards collaboratively.
Learn MoreLive data and survey findings from across the sector
Practical, up-to-date resources providers and employers can use directly — from live vacancy boards to gap analyses that inform provision planning.
Health and Social Care Vacancy Padlet
A live, regularly updated board of health and social care vacancies across Yorkshire — a direct link between providers, learners and employers with immediate hiring needs.
View the PadletFoundation Apprenticeships PNCoP Survey 2025
Initial survey findings from YLP's Provider Network Community of Practice on Foundation Apprenticeships, capturing early sector experience and emerging themes.
Read the ReportLeeds 16–18 Summer Campaign Summary
The results of our city-wide summer campaign promoting post-16 options in Leeds — what ran, who it reached and what we learned for next year.
Apprenticeships Gap Analysis
The Apprenticeship Hub's gap analysis identifying where apprenticeship provision falls short of employer and learner demand across North Yorkshire.
Read the ReportSector Skills for North Yorkshire
A breakdown of priority sector skills needs across North Yorkshire, mapping where provision and investment should focus next.
View the ResearchLocal skills planning across Yorkshire
YLP's work on Local Skills Improvement Plans and the York & North Yorkshire LSIF programme — connecting regional skills research to practical, provider-facing outputs.
LSIP Analysis: Yorkshire
A region-wide look at the Local Skills Improvement Plans across Yorkshire — the shared priorities, the local differences and what they mean for providers.
Read the AnalysisYNY Digital LSIF Research
Research findings on digital skills gaps and opportunities across York & North Yorkshire, feeding directly into the region's Local Skills Improvement Fund plan.
View the ResearchYork & North Yorkshire LSIF Booklet
A summary booklet setting out the York & North Yorkshire LSIF priorities, funded activity and how providers can get involved.
View the BookletFrom evidence to impact
Every project YLP delivers follows the same principle: ground it in real data, share it openly, and turn it into practical support for the network.
Research
Gathering robust, current data on sector need — from vacancy trends to skills gaps — so decisions are grounded in evidence, not assumption.
Collaborate
Working with LSIF partners, Combined Authorities and provider networks so research reflects the realities providers face day to day.
Act
Turning findings into practical outputs — booklets, gap analyses, policy responses and live tools members can use immediately.
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