00:00Secondary school pupils could combine core lessons with technical subjects, including
00:06manufacturing and artificial intelligence under new government plans. From Year 10,
00:12proposed pathways would link learning with employers, helping young people build skills
00:17for jobs available where they live. Ministers say the reforms aim to improve opportunities
00:22and reduce the number leaving education without clear prospects. School leaders have welcomed
00:28the ambition but say questions remain over funding and delivery. Opposition parties have also raised
00:34concerns about flexibility and implementation. More detail is expected before the first schemes begin
00:41in selected areas from 2028.
