The ESFA has published information on support for independent learning providers whose recruitment of 16 to 19 students have been limited due to the COVID-19 pandemic, including eligibility criteria and a business case template. The ESFA states that they will support ILPs whose recruitment of 16 to 19 students have been limited due to the lockdown situation and who have faced clawback for under performance. Providers in this category will need to apply by submitting a business case requesting that clawback is adjusted for 2019 to 2020. Commentary on this news can be read here.
