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Read the latest updates from Skills Development Scotland. Explore stories by selecting the categories to filter.
Career that changed thousands of lives
Stornoway man, Willie Macleod, who helped thousands of people shape their future has retired after 43 years in the careers service.
Young Scots looking to jobs in health, creative industries and engineering
11,000 young people share career aspirations in Skills Development Scotland research.
New agreement to help young people in greatest need
Helping Scotland’s most disadvantaged young people achieve a positive future is the aim of a new partnership.
New location for the career service in Dundee
SDS is changing location in Dundee as part of a drive to help more people through partnership working in community venues
Help shape Scottish Careers Week 2024
A national campaign that shines a light on the life changing support offered by Scotland’s career services will return with the launch of Scottish Careers Week from 11 to 15 November.
New location for the career service in Falkirk
We are changing location in Falkirk as part of a drive to help more people through partnership working in community venues.
Results Helpline 2024 - help us spread the word!
SDS has created resources to help Results Helpline supporters and their networks spread the word and promote the help on offer at this crucial time.
Pollok residents to benefit from changes to the career service
SDS is moving to a new venue in the Greater Pollok Community Hub at 27 Brockburn Road
Listening to the Pupil Voice
New research highlights that SDS career services, especially one-to-one sessions with Careers Advisers, are highly valued and beneficial to young people.
Interim Participation Snapshot for 16–19-year olds
SDS has today published the Interim Participation Snapshot for 16–19-year olds, providing an overview of the learning, training or work status of Scotland’s young people.
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