Written Question·Department for Work and Pensions·UIN 110428

Apprenticeship Levy: Small Businesses

Tabled: 3 February 2026

Answered: 11 February 2026

Question

Kevin Hollinrake

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, how much additional funding an SME is expected to contribute per apprentice following the reduction in government co-investment once levy-paying employers have exhausted their levy funds.

Answer

Andrew Western

As we introduce new products, such as apprenticeship units and foundation apprenticeships, we are also simplifying the Growth and Skills Levy, improving its transparency, and making it more efficient. From August 2026, we are removing the 10% top-up for l...

ⓘ

This is an extract from the Parliament API. Search the full answer on Parliament.uk (UIN 110428) →