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    EWC response to Welsh Government’s consultation on the future of tertiary education in Wales

    We’ve published our response to the Welsh Government’s consultation on the future of tertiary education in Wales, welcoming its ambition to create a...
    21 May

    EWC publishes response to Welsh Government’s Talk with Me Phase 2 consultation

    We have submitted a response to Welsh Government’s consultation on its Talk with Me Phase 2: Speech, Language and Communication (SLC) Delivery Plan...
    11 May

    EWC sets out its plans for the years ahead

    We have published our Strategic Plan 2026-29 and refreshed Strategic Equality Plan 2024-28, setting out our key priorities and commitments for the...
    01 April

    Registration opens for EWC’s Masterclass 2026: Wellbeing in minutes not months

    This year, EWC’s Masterclass will feature Jon Bockelmann-Evans, an inspirational speaker and an expert on wellbeing, emotional health, and managing...
    18 March

    EWC publishes response to Welsh Government consultation on INSET day proposals

    We have published our response to the Welsh Government consultation on proposals to formalise the provision of six INSET days per year for schools...
    11 March

    Our views in response to the revised professional standards consultation

    We have published our response to the Welsh Government consultation on revised professional standards for assisting teaching, teaching and...
    13 February

    A warm welcome to our new Director of Finance and Corporate Services

    Christine Hellings has been appointed as the EWC’s new Director of Finance and Corporate Services. Christine brings a wealth of senior experience to...
    02 February

    Consultation launched on our draft Strategic Plan 2026–29

    We have launched a public consultation on our draft Strategic Plan for the period April 2026 to March 2029. The draft Strategic Plan sets out our...
    30 January

    EWC response to the CYPE report on teacher recruitment and retention in Wales

    We welcome the publication of the Senedd Children, Young People and Education Committee’s (CYPE) report on teacher recruitment and retention in...
    29 January

    Bring your perspective to education regulation in Wales

    Recruitment has opened for new members to our Council. We regulate a large and diverse workforce serving learners and young people,...
    19 January

    New report highlights EWC’s progress on biodiversity and environmental responsibility

    We have published our Biodiversity and Resilience of Ecosystems Duty Report, covering the period 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2025. The report sets...
    14 January

    Registration is now open for EWC’s Professionally Speaking 2026: Exploring learner behaviour and the power of physical activity

    Taking place online on Wednesday 21 January 2026, 16:00–17:30, Professionally Speaking 2026 will feature Professor Kelly Mackintosh of Swansea...
    01 December

    EWC launches new animation to promote the PLP to organisations

    We’ve launched a new animation to help organisations across Wales explore the benefits of the Professional Learning Passport (PLP). The new...
    12 November

    Welcome to our newly elected Council Chairperson

    We are pleased to share that Geraint Williams has been elected as the new Chair of the Education Workforce Council. Geraint, who first joined the...
    07 November

    EWC response to Neil Foden child practice review

    We commend the authors of the independent review for their thorough and considered work. We especially acknowledge the bravery and strength of those...
    04 November

    Lisa Winstone appointed Chief Executive of the Education Workforce Council

    We can confirm that Lisa Winstone has been appointed as our new Chief Executive. Lisa formally takes up the position following a period as Interim...
    21 October

    EWC publishes new guide to support learners’ wellbeing

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has published a new good practice guide aimed at helping registrants to support learners’ and young people’s...
    17 September

    Cardiff Youth Service receives top award

    Cardiff Youth Service have been awarded the highly acclaimed gold Quality Mark for Youth Work (QMYW). The QMYW is funded by Welsh Government and...
    10 September

    Revised Code of Conduct for Wales’ education workforce

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has today (1 September 2025) launched a revised Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, setting out the...
    01 September

    EWC congratulates Wales’ newly qualified teachers

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has extended its congratulations to everyone receiving their Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Wales today (1...
    01 August

    Latest EWC stats provide a comprehensive picture of Wales’ education workforce

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has published its Annual Education Workforce Statistics 2025, the independent, professional regulator’s most...
    31 July

    EWC shares key insights into teacher recruitment and retention

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has provided both oral and written evidence to the Senedd’s Children, Young People and Education (CYPE)...
    30 July

    EWC celebrates another year of progress in its Annual Report and Accounts

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has today (15 July 2025) published its suite of annual reports including its Annual Report and Accounts for...
    15 July

    Celebrating new and reaccredited QMYW recipients

    Three more organisations across Wales have been formally recognised for the quality of their provision, receiving the highly acclaimed Quality Mark...
    08 July

    Interim Chief Executive named at the EWC

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has announced the appointment of Lisa Winstone as its Interim Chief Executive. Lisa will take up the role on...
    02 July

    Celebrating the vital role of youth work in Wales

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) is once again supporting the incredible impact of youth work across Wales, by taking part in Youth Work Week....
    22 June

    EWC highlights accessibility improvements for Global Accessibility Awareness Day

    To mark Global Accessibility Awareness Day (15 May), the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is highlighting how it is working to make its services...
    14 May

    EWC hits the road to attend Wales’ top events

    This summer, the Education Workforce Council (EWC) will be attending a series of prominent national events across Wales to engage with its...
    12 May

    Hayden Llewellyn announces retirement as Chief Executive of the EWC

    The Chief Executive of the Education Workforce Council (EWC), Hayden Llewellyn, has announced his retirement after 25 years of dedicated service....
    01 May

    EWC outlines its vision for the future

    The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has published its Strategic Plan 2025-28 and refreshed Strategic Equality Plan 2024-28, setting out its key...
    01 April

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