The Gatsby Foundation has launched a new report this called Good Career Guidance: The Next Ten Years. The report includes updated Gatsby Benchmarks for good careers guidance, to achieve even more impact for young people for the next decade.

Jacqui Smith, Minister of State for Skills addressed the event, announcing that the Government’s commitment to embedding the new Benchmarks into statutory guidance, saying: "The Gatsby Benchmarks set a vital standard for careers guidance, empowering young people to explore their potential and gain the skills they need. We are committed to strengthening this foundation and breaking down the barriers to opportunity so that all young people, regardless of their background, have access to the high-quality guidance and support they need to succeed and navigate their future with confidence."

You can find the updated benchmarks, along with details on what updates have been made and why and examples of practice, in the Good Career Guidance: The Next Ten Years report.