Tag: apprenticeship funding 2026

From October 2026, Stoke-on-Trent SMEs recruiting apprentices aged 16 to 24 will receive 100% government-funded training costs plus a new £2,000 employer incentive. This guide covers the exact steps, how the funding works, the Stoke City Council levy-transfer shortcut most employers have never heard of, and what mentorship actually demands of your team.