Education secretary Michael Gove recognised the good work SkillForce has been doing in a speech on the underclass at Durand Academy.

“The charity Skillforce, which is run by former soldiers, has a fantastic record in working with children who’ve had behaviour problems. It offers programmes which give young people the chance to learn self-discipline, teamwork, endurance, practical problem-solving techniques and useful vocational skills. Its results are amazing.

But if young people are to benefit from the sort of programmes Skillforce offers, if they are to encounter strong role models, if they are to benefit from a disciplined learning environment, if they are to secure the qualifications which will give them control over their own lives then they need to be in school.”

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