Member Community, Successes & YLP News
The YLP News Hub brings together the latest sector updates, member achievements, partnership activity and success stories from across Yorkshire's education and skills community.
From policy developments and event highlights to employer engagement, learner success stories and member achievements — this is where we celebrate the impact of our network and share the stories that matter.
What You'll Find in YLP News
Our news feed covers seven kinds of story. Here's one of each, so you know what to expect — every article is published in full on the YLP News page.
Milestones and updates from across the network
New provision, campus developments, leadership appointments and organisational news from YLP members.
What's changing in FE and skills
Ofsted developments, qualification reform and the national picture, translated into what it means for Yorkshire providers.
Takeaways from forums and conferences
Write-ups from our forums, conferences and regional partnership meetings, including speaker insight and shared resources.
Funding rules, devolution and policy shifts
Changes to funding, devolved adult skills and government policy, with the practical implications set out clearly.
Collaborations and commissioned work
Research projects, employer partnerships and joint initiatives delivered with members, Combined Authorities and awarding bodies.
Learners, apprentices and staff
The people behind the provision — learner journeys, apprentice achievements and staff recognised for their work.
News from the YLP team
New services, directories and resources, plus updates on how the network is developing across the four sub-regions.
One member, one story, every month
A featured member organisation each month, celebrating an award, a milestone or a piece of work worth sharing.
The YLP Member Portal
Alongside our public news, YLP members have access to an exclusive online portal — a members-only space that sits behind a secure login and is included as part of your membership.
It's where we share the material that isn't published publicly: forum papers and presentation slides, policy briefings, member resources, research in progress and the intelligence gathered across the network.
Showcase Your Organisation
Member Visits are an opportunity for the YLP team to visit your organisation and learn more about your work, achievements and priorities.
During the visit, we'll discuss:
- Your organisation's areas of focus
- Recent successes and achievements
- Current challenges and opportunities
- How your YLP membership is supporting your organisation
- Additional ways YLP can support your goals
Following the visit, we'll create a feature article and promotional content shared across YLP's social channels, the Member Portal and the website — a great way to raise your profile and share your story.
Share Your Success Story
Each month, YLP highlights and celebrates member achievements through our Member Spotlight feature. We want to hear about:
Selected stories will be featured across YLP's social channels, the Member Portal and the website — celebrating the great work happening across the network.
Published October 2024
