Education Secretary Gillian Keegan criticizes Tony Blair's higher education push
Labour has been accused of jeopardizing children's futures with its obsession over university education, according to Education Secretary Gillian Keegan. In a scathing attack on former Prime Minister Tony Blair, Keegan argued that the party's singular focus on getting young people into university could hinder their life chances. Keegan, who started her career as an apprentice and later pursued a degree apprenticeship, stressed the importance of alternative routes to gain skills and cautioned against accumulating massive student debts.
Keegan urges for a focus on skills revolution
Keegan emphasized that young people can learn and earn simultaneously, acquiring valuable skills without the burden of exorbitant debt. She criticized Blair for setting a fixed target of 50 percent for university enrollment, which she believes neglected the importance of alternative paths to success. Keegan further highlighted her own experience, pointing out that her apprenticeship opened doors to a successful business career and gave her a leg up over university graduates.
Labour counters criticism
Labour's Shadow Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, hit back at Keegan's remarks, accusing her of prioritizing private schools over working-class children. Phillipson's spokesperson also criticized the decrease in apprenticeship opportunities under the Conservative government.
Impact on GCSE results
With hundreds of thousands of students awaiting their GCSE results this week, many are concerned that Labour's university focus could have long-lasting implications for their futures.
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