EAL latest news and updates – May 2025

Here are the latest updates from in and around EAL for the month of May 2025.

Enginuity Skills Awards 2025 finalists announced

Our partner company, Enginuity, has announced the finalists for the Enginuity Skills Awards 2025 – the showcase for excellence in UK engineering and manufacturing.

Each year, the Enginuity Skills Awards celebrates the teams and individuals who inspire and empower the next generation of talent in the engineering and manufacturing sector, fostering a culture of innovation, diversity, and collaboration.

This year’s event takes place in the heart of London in July, and we are proud to sponsor two award categories: T Level Student (with Eduqas) and Training Provider Skills Champion.

We would like to wish all those nominated the best of luck.

There’s still time to be part of the Awards Ceremony – book your tickets now.

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EAL apprentice shines on Steph on Skills: Powered by Enginuity

Steph on Skills is your one-stop shop for insightful industry conversations on the future of work, with Steph McGovern and a revolving door of fascinating guests.

This week’s episode is no different, as Steph meets EAL apprentice Kirbi Taylor and learns more about how engineering underpins some of the biggest shows in entertainment. Watch now on YouTube or download the audio.

Steph on Skills

EAL launches new chatbot feature – ChatEAL

We are pleased to announce a new feature that can help customers easily access our resources and information. Read more about ChatEAL.

ChatEAL launch

2025-2026 Apprenticeship Funding Rules

Find our breakdown of the key updates to rules for apprenticeships funding, and what they mean for you.

2025-2026 Apprenticeship Funding Rules

Upcoming EAL events in June

Don’t miss your chance to catch up on the latest developments at two events being held in June.

EAL Building Services Engineering (BSE) Curriculum Planning Network

Join us at Yeovil College on 4 June to connect with fellow curriculum managers and leads to brainstorm ideas, share best practices, and enhance your curriculum planning skills in the BSE plumbing, electrical and related industries.

EAL Level 2 Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence) Webinar

Book your place onto our next webinar where our experts will be introducing our brand-new qualification, EAL Level 2 Certificate in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Foundation Competence).

Keep an eye on the calendar for more opportunities to meet up with members of the EAL team and develop your offering.

EAL events