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<p>Under Apprenticeship Frameworks, there are very specific instances where an apprentice
is able to undertake an apprenticeship without being employed; where they are made
redundant and where they are in an occupation that does not traditionally have an
employer. In order to facilitate apprenticeships under these circumstances, specifically
where employers do not exist, Government has provided funding to cover training and
support. Fewer than 2000 apprenticeship starts fall under these conditions each year,
of which fewer than 40 are in the sea fishing industry.</p><p>The role of an employer
in an apprenticeship, where possible, is considered vital and ensures the apprentice
receives appropriate training, pay and support during their apprenticeship programme.
The Government is therefore not considering widening exemptions that exist into other
sectors at this time.</p>
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