25 November 2025
Up to three million UK jobs at risk over the next decade, says report
The final report from The Skills Imperative 2035 Programme has warned that up to three million UK jobs in declining occupations could disappear by 2035, largely due to AI and automation.
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19 November 2025
Studying tech subjects, at every level, boosts long-term earnings and career prospects
New research shows how qualifications in tech subjects – subjects related to computing, information technology and design and technology - can support young people’s career and pay progression.
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13 November 2025
Stark inequalities in distribution of SEND pupils across England’s mainstream schools revealed in new NFER report
Our new analysis has highlighted the uneven distribution of pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) across mainstream schools in England, which is potentially leaving some schools under greater strain.
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06 November 2025
Event: Skills Imperative 2035 final report launch
NFER is hosting a free event to launch The Skills Imperative 2035 final report, which will be chaired by the BBC’s Steph McGovern.
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05 November 2025
Blog: Meeting the skills imperative
Research Director Luke Bocock summarises the key findings from the Skills Imperative 2035 Programme and previews the upcoming publication of the final report.
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30 October 2025
NFER comment on the Government’s evidence to the School Teachers’ Review Body
Education Workforce Lead, Jack Worth, has given his reaction to the Government’s evidence to the School Teachers’ Review Body, where they have said teacher pay should rise by 6.5 per cent over the next three years.
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