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27/05/2026

Forced marriage doesn’t always look obvious.
Without awareness, the warning signs go unnoticed.

Every missed sign is a missed chance to protect someone.

That responsibility belongs to all of us.

This FREE course gives you the knowledge to recognise risk and take action.

https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/free-courses/awareness-of-forced-marriage

Please don’t ignore this. Share to raise awareness.

21/05/2026

£490 million in compliance fines.
31% of workers are without up-to-date training.
49% of creative sector workers have never received compliance training.
The data is clear: compliance training isn’t keeping pace with risk.

Explore the full report and actionable steps from Virtual College:
https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/resources/over-a-third-of-uk-workers-lack-compliance-training

New research reveals 31% of UK workers lack up-to-date compliance training. Discover key risks, sector insights, and how organisations can stay compliant.

18/05/2026

Recent stories shared by the BBC are another important reminder of why safer sleep education matters so much for parents, carers and professionals working with babies.

Understanding the risks associated with SIDS and unsafe sleep environments can save lives. Awareness, training and early conversations make a real difference.

Learn practical, evidence-based safer sleep guidance with this CPD-certified online course from Virtual College:
https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/courses/sid-training

15/05/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible learning community!

We’re proud to have supported over 5 million learners and partnered with thousands of companies to help their teams grow and succeed.

With a 4.8 Trustpilot rating, we’re grateful for the trust our customers and partners place in us every day.

Thank you for being part of our journey. We look forward to helping millions more achieve their training goals.

14/05/2026

FGM is happening now and awareness cannot wait.

Too many women and girls remain at risk because the warning signs are missed or not understood. This isn’t someone else’s responsibility. It’s everyones.

If you don’t know what to look for or how to respond, now is the time to learn.

This FREE course gives you the knowledge to:
✔ Recognise risk immediately
✔ Act with confidence
✔ Help protect those at risk

Delaying awareness means missed opportunities to safeguard.

Start now: https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/free-courses/recognising-and-preventing-fgm

11/05/2026

Over a third of UK workers either can’t remember their last compliance training or have never received any.

At the same time, UK businesses faced over £490 million in compliance fines in 2025.

There’s a clear disconnect between rising regulatory pressure and workforce preparedness.

Our latest research explores:
• Where compliance training gaps exist
• Why confidence doesn’t always equal competence
• How organisations can strengthen their compliance strategy

Read the full insights and practical recommendations here: https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/resources/over-a-third-of-uk-workers-lack-compliance-training

07/05/2026

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01/05/2026

Did you know over 8,000 personal data breaches were reported to the ICO in 2023/24?

It's crucial to stay ahead and protect your business. Our updated GDPR course is here to guide you every step of the way. Learn how to safeguard your data effectively: https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/courses/gdpr-data-protection-training

29/04/2026

Calling all Electricians and allied trades...
The 18th Edition Amendment No.4 isn’t just a minor update—it impacts every stage of electrical design and installation.

From the fundamentals of BS 7671 through to functional requirements, key changes affect how you approach:

• Scope, principles, and definitions
• Assessment of system characteristics
• Protection for safety and fault prevention
• Selection and er****on of equipment
• Inspection, testing, and verification
• Special installations and environments
• Functional and operational requirements

If you’re not working to the latest version, you’re not fully compliant.

⚡ Stay current. Stay safe. Stay compliant.

There's also 20% if you order now:
https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/courses/18th-edition-amendment-2-full-elearning-course

27/04/2026

Bringing in new starters should drive momentum — not slow your organisation down.

But too often, compliance training becomes a bottleneck.

Outdated, manual onboarding processes can:
❗ Delay productivity
❗ Create knowledge gaps
❗ Increase compliance risk

The reality? Embedding compliance from day one helps new employees understand expectations, recognise risks, and contribute with confidence.

Modern, digital learning changes the game:
✔ Consistent training for every employee
✔ Real-time tracking and reporting
✔ Faster time to competence

When compliance is built into onboarding — not bolted on — it becomes a foundation for performance, not a barrier to it.

Read more: https://www.virtual-college.co.uk/resources/new-starters-don-t-let-compliance-slow-you-down