BT could expand apprenticeship scheme as record number of candidates apply

Dawinderpal Sahota
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Telecoms provider sees surge in apprenticeship applicants in contrast to falling numbers of IT GCSE and A-Level students

BT has attracted almost 24,000 applicants for its 221 apprenticeships BT is considering expanding its apprenticeship scheme after it attracted almost 24,000 applicants for its 221 positions in 20...

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