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Blackpool and the Fylde college received £1m buildings boost

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Thursday, 20 August, 2020
Blackpool and the Fylde college

Blackpool and the Fylde College is to receive more than £1m in funding to help with refurbishments as part of government plans to boost further education.

The college is one of more than 180 nationwide which will receive a share of £200 million to begin immediate work from this September to repair and refurbish buildings and campuses so they continue to be great places to learn for the local communities they serve, the Education Secretary Gavin Williamson announced today (19 August). Blackpool and the Fylde College will receive £1,020,032 to deliver improvements across its campuses.

The funding marks the latest step in the government’s drive to overhaul further education and deliver the skilled workforce employers and the economy need, and that will help level up skills and opportunities for more people across the country.

The cash boost forms part of a major £1.5bn investment that will transform colleges over the next 5 years. This initial investment is being fast-tracked so colleges can kick-start work this year and so students and staff will benefit a least a year earlier than originally planned.

Blackpool North and Cleveleys MP Paul Maynard said: “I value the outstanding education delivered by Blackpool and the Fylde College and know just how important it is for our local community to have such a brilliant education provider right on the doorstep.

“This funding will help ensure the college can carry deliver for students in Blackpool North and Cleveleys right now and well into future. This new funding is a good demonstration of the Government’s levelling up agenda, investing in communities like Blackpool and ensuring every young person, no matter where they come, from has the same opportunities.”

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson said:“We want to build a world class further education system which delivers for the whole nation, and a key part of this is ensuring colleges are fit for the future - with better facilities and brand-new buildings.

“It is brilliant news that more than 180 colleges will receive a share of £200 million so they can start immediate work to renovate buildings and facilities, with further funding being invested over the next 5 years.

“We want all students to continue to receive high-quality education and training, no matter where they grow up or what college they go to. Now more than ever, it is vital that colleges can support their students to gain the skills they need to progress and help the economy to recover and grow.”

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