1. Supported by Stewart Segal Association of Employment and Learning Providers Funding Simplification

2. Supported by Objectives of the Day Improve the understanding of Providers of the contract flexibilities in 2011/12 Understand the barriers to exploiting those flexibilities Develop proposals for change Create a two-way debate with SFA on barriers and solutions Hear from the SAF and agencies about the long term funding simplification and Skills Investment Statement Give providers an opportunity to influence AELP policy and encourage a dialogue with SFA

3. Supported by Context Introduction of Adult Skills Budget Introduction of SASE Agency changes Pressure on rates MCLs and subcontracting Focus on quality and delivery models

4. Supported by Skills Investment Statement ‘The Skills Funding Agency will operate a simple and streamlined process through learner eligibility, entitlements and the funding system, rather than a complex set of rules and parameters relating to qualifications. We expect the new arrangement to take effect from 31 January 2012, subject to further discussion between the Agency and stakeholders’

5. Supported by Contract Environment Rules and regulations Culture and approach Skills and Knowledge

6. Supported by Solutions Understand where we are Recognise and prioritise the issues Explore the options Understand the consequences Develop solutions