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Simple terms explainer
Councils should support lifelong learning opportunities for adults to help individuals develop skills, improve employability, and enhance personal wellbeing. This involves providing access to courses, workshops, and community-based learning, often in partnership with colleges, voluntary organisations, and other providers. By promoting lifelong learning, councils enable people to adapt to changing job markets, participate fully in society, and strengthen community resilience.
Legal status
Discretionary
Duty category
Community services
Duty type
Public facing
Social determinant of health
Children, families and lifelong learning
Emerging policy and legislation
0
Bodies with shared interest
Education Scotland
CLD Standards Council
Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations (SCVO)
Standards and frameworks
2