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A new scheme is being launched to encourage people to set aside an hour a week to improve their skills and job prospects.

The Government, employers and educational institutions have joined forces to encourage people to use online learning through a free course from The Skills Toolkit.

More than 70 courses are on offer, aimed at developing digital and other skills employers are looking for such as practical maths.

Gillian Keegan, Minister for Apprenticeships a n d S k i l l s , s a id : "Pro - g re s s i n g you r l ea r n i n g doesn't have to be a mammoth task.

"S p e n d i n g j u s t o n e h ou r a we e k o n a f re e online course can make a real difference to your earning potential.”

Visit https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/ find-a-course/the-skillstoolkit