Bosses cool on academic Diplomas

There is a war between the eimployers organisation the CBI and the government, the government argues that it wants to help more young people into the world of work by offering a short cut that is by backing Diplomas related to employment sectors, but the CBI argues that the ones in humanities, languages and science could result in a two-tier system. The CBI fear private schools would pursue GCSEs and A-levels, with the state sector turning to Diplomas.

The government says it is surprised at the CBI's negative response.

But the Tories say ministers are putting ideology before what is needed.

In a statement, the CBI said that following extensive consultation with businesses across the country, it was urging the government to think again about "its over-ambitious plans for a new wave of academic diplomas". It should instead "concentrate on making sure GCSEs and A-levels give young people the skills and knowledge to succeed".

From the looks of things it looks like the government is set for another defeat but this one could be a tough one for the CBI as well.

Source: BBC News (click to read full story)