In today’s episode of the #SkillsWorldLive Radio Show, Tom Bewick explores the future of qualifications and assessment with special guests.

After the news Tom interviews Robert Halfon MP, Chair of the Education Select Committee, about learning loss, catch-up support in further education and the attainment gap of the white working class.

Following on from this interview Tom speaks to Professor Louise Hayward, Chair of the New Era Assessment Commission. The Commission brings together academics, parents, and students as well as the National Education Union, Chartered College of Teaching, the EDGE Foundation and the CBI. The Independent Assessment Commission (IAC) has Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Health and Well-being at its heart - a qualifications system that offers opportunities for every learner - different kinds of opportunities but opportunities.

In our final segment of the show Tom interviews Rod Bristow, President of Pearson UK & Global Online Learning all about Pearson’s recent interim report titled: The Future of Qualifications and Assessment for 14-19 year olds.