This week, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, outlined the government’s spending plans for the remainder of this Parliament. This briefing details the key […]
Spending Review 2025: Impact on Rail Read more »
I want to thank everyone who attended our event on May 28th for the launch of our refreshed strategy. The turnout and the positive contributions
June insights from the NSAR Chief Executive Read more »
A key priority this month is the Rail Workforce Survey 2025, which we launched last week for submissions. I strongly encourage all our members to
May insights from the NSAR Chief Executive Read more »
NSAR has responded to the government’s Railway Fit for the Future consultation. Welcoming the launch of the consultation as a vital step towards long-overdue rail
POLICY UPDATE: NSAR response to railway reform consultation Read more »
Earlier today, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivered the Spring Statement. The key takeaway from the announcement is that the UK’s economic growth forecast
Spring Statement 2025: Key announcements and impact on rail Read more »
The Employment Rights Bill is progressing through the House of Commons and aims to fulfil the government’s commitment to “make work pay”. Key provisions include
POLICY UPDATE: Employment Rights Bill Read more »
Engagement with the government is key to our ongoing work, ensuring skills strategies align with industry needs and drive growth. Edward Hughes, our Head of
March insights from the NSAR Chief Executive Read more »
Our quarterly update on the top skills and workforce insights from the NSARÂ Workforce Analytics team. You can view the full-size dashboard here.
Skills Intelligence Unit – insights dashboard Quarter Two and Three 2024/25 Read more »
The government has announced measures to reform the apprenticeship system, aiming to increase flexibility, reduce bureaucracy and boost economic growth. The Secretary of State for
POLICY UPDATE: Apprenticeship reforms Read more »
For National Apprenticeship Week 2025, NSAR Chief Executive Neil Robertson writes about the role of apprenticeships in meeting an evolving demand for skills. Rail is
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This year, NSAR is placing a significant emphasis on productivity. We recognise its crucial role in achieving national goals like growth and sustainability and we’re
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Yesterday, Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner unveiled the Devolution White Paper, outlining the government’s plans to devolve more power and funding to local leaders across
POLICY UPDATE: Devolution White Paper Read more »
