What are your thoughts on this suggestion?

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Hi everyone,

Here's an interesting suggestion ~ what do you think about this idea?

I think it holds merit because it is putting a more mature individual into the workforce so hopefully they will be just that bit more responsible.

I am not saying that most younger apprentices are irresponsible but I am a big believer in Education and learning. In my humble opinion, no learning is ever wasted and should always be encouraged.

The difference between school life and reality is often a big step for kids today too so if they were that bit older, they would adjust faster with fewer issues.

My preference though would be for them to start their apprenticeships in years 11 and 12 so they get some of the theory out of the way and start working with a theoretical background to the jobs they are asked to do.

This would then make them better apprentices for any contracting businesses to employ first off so perhaps you as a contracting business may be more inclined to give them employment? What do you think of that idea?

Regards,
Jan -ConstructingProfits