Source · Select Committees · Education Committee
Recommendation 3
3
Accepted
Commit to an independent review of Skills England by June 2027 to ensure full independence.
Recommendation
We recommend that the Department for Education commits to an independent review of Skills England within two years of it becoming fully operational—by June 2027—with a commitment to legislate further to ensure full independence if necessary. (Recommendation, Paragraph 19)
Government Response Summary
The government states that plans are already in place for a review of Skills England within 18-24 months of its establishment as an Executive Agency, which will consider its delivery mode and effectiveness, aligning with good practice for new arm's length bodies.
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
PLANS ALREADY IN PLACE It is good practice for new arm’s length bodies to be reviewed to ensure they are effectively meeting their intended aims and delivering value for money. During the passage of the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill, Ministers committed to a review of Skills England within 18 to 24 months of it being established as an Executive Agency to ensure that it is delivering for the economy. This review will be carried out in line with Cabinet Office requirements and include consideration of the appropriateness of Skills England’s delivery mode and the effectiveness of Skills England in achieving its objectives, helping to ensure it is well governed and properly accountable. We believe it is most appropriate to consider the effectiveness of Skills England’s leadership structure within the context of this broader review.