Education expert
Alan Pease
Alan has over 20 years of experience in Further Education, driving employer partnerships, community engagement, and regional skills development. He has expanded the college’s T Level provision, secured strong achievement rates, and supports local growth as a board member of Ipswich Central.
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Suffolk firms put big decisions on ice as Budget divides confidence
Five days after Rachel Reeves delivered her £26 billion tax-raising Budget, Suffolk businesses remain divided on whether the Chancellor has provided the certainty they need – with most major investment decisions deferred until 2026 as firms weigh painful clarity against missing reforms.by
Matt Stott
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Suffolk New College celebrates record GCSE results with 486 passes
An adult learner who passed his GCSEs to pursue his dream of becoming a nurse was among 486 Suffolk New College students celebrating results today, as the college recorded significant improvements in pass rates.by
Oliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk New College students take over Kesgrave restaurant for gala dinner
Around 50 youngsters from Suffolk New College worked alongside professionals at Milsoms Kesgrave Hall to create a three-course meal for over 100 guests.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Sizewell C announces new post-16 college for Leiston
The nuclear power station developer will build a permanent Further Education college in partnership with Suffolk New College, aiming to open in September 2027.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk construction committee signs first-ever college partnership
The Suffolk Joint Construction Committee (SJCC) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Suffolk New College, marking the first partnership of its kind in the committee's history.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk New College sets out strategy to 'solve skills dilemma' for local businesses
The college is taking a "brave, ambitious and innovative" approach with its five-year plan to support students and solve the "skills dilemma" in Suffolk.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk college backs scrapping English and maths tests for adult apprentices
Suffolk New College is supporting new government changes that remove mandatory English and maths qualifications for apprentices over 19, affecting 47 current adult learners at the institution.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Nine apprentices celebrated at Suffolk New College as National Apprenticeships Week kicks off
Suffolk New College has honoured its top-performing apprentices at an awards ceremony held at Ipswich's Chefs' Whites restaurant.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk New College celebrates 100th industry partnership
Suffolk New College has reached a milestone in its industry partnership programme, with local financial advisory firm Becketts becoming the 100th company to join the scheme.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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College staff receive national recognition at House of Lords
Two Suffolk New College tutors have been recognised for their community work at a prestigious awards ceremony in the House of Lords, earning plaudits for initiatives ranging from arts funding awareness to supporting local charities.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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Suffolk New College joins Chartered Institution of Further Education
Suffolk New College has become a member of the Chartered Institution of Further Education, the voice for technical and professional education in the UK.byOliver Rouane-Williams
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