Briefing Note: Skills and Training Provisions in The King’s Speech 2024 Date: 17 July 2024 Author: Prime Minister’s Office, 10 Downing Street, London, SW1A 2AA Purpose This briefing note provides an analysis of the skills and training-related provisions outlined in His Majesty’s Most Gracious Speech to both Houses of Parliament for 2024. It focuses on legislative initiatives aimed at improving education, training, and skill development to enhance workforce capabilities and economic growth. Key Legislative Proposals Children’s Wellbeing Bill Objective : To raise educational standards and promote children’s wellbeing. Key Measures : Free Breakfast Clubs : Introduces free breakfast clubs in every primary school to improve child nutrition and readiness for learning. Wellbeing Programs : Implements initiatives aimed at enhancing the mental and physical wellbeing of students. Skills England Bill Objective : To estab