He also met with B&FC’s Principal and Chief Executive, Bev Robinson OBE, to discuss B&FC’s Ofsted Outstanding technical and professional education provision and the wider FE sector.
During the visit, the Rt Hon Damian Hinds MP, said: “It’s been really nice to meet Bev Robinson and the team here at Blackpool and The Fylde College.
“One of the things that’s very impressive about the operation here is how linked in and connected with businesses’ needs the College is throughout the maritime sector.
Bev Robinson OBE added: “It was a pleasure to welcome the new Secretary of State for Education to Blackpool and The Fylde College. “I was pleased to have the opportunity to discuss our further and higher education provision which is co-created with employers to ensure we develop the professional and skilled workforce they need to drive their business forward and provides our students with high-value employment opportunities.”