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It has been well documented that the British Government intends that all homes should become more fuel efficient - as a consequence they provide various grants for insulation and home improvements.

They also now recognise the need to assist in the provision of training for individuals to fulfil the vital roles necessary to bring the entire country's housing stock up to 21st century standard.

Redundancy may give you the push you are waiting for - if you aren't happy in your job, it's the perfect opportunity to fulful your dreams.

Sun Newspaper
October 2008
JOBLESS IN £100M SKILLS AID

Workers who lose their jobs in the credit crunch were thrown a £100 million lifeline by the Government last night. Ministers put up the cash to help those facing redundancy to re-train or upgrade their skills.
Victims will be able to decide how to spend the cash on a range of training schemes. Skills Secretary John Denham hopes it will help thousands get off the dole.
He said “People who lose their jobs need support to get back into work including the chance to improve their skills where necessary.”
The support was unveiled as new figures out today are expected to show a sharp rise in unemployment.

Sun Newspaper
November 2008
GO GREEN LECCY AID

Families are to be offered cash to buy and fit solar panels and wind turbines at home, it was announced last night. Schools and hospitals will also get help with the up-front expenses.
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband said the grants would make the pricy kit more accessible. He added takers "will be able to reduce their carbon footprint and keep down fuel costs." Any surplus could be sold to energy firms.

Sun Newspaper
November 2008
LEARN NEW SKILLS TO BEAT REDUNDANCY

In these tough times it has never been more vital to have the right skills to keep ahead.
Chris Banks, chairman of the Learning and Skills Council, says "It is vital that people recognise the importance of learning new skills or updating existing ones, particularly with redundancies on the rise. Becoming well-rounded individuals through training and skills development will make people more attractive and valuable to employers."