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Rt Hon Robert Halfon

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Executive Director at Make UK
📍 London, England, United Kingdom

Rt Hon Robert Halfon is the Executive Director at Make UK, leveraging an extensive career in UK politics, including multiple terms as Minister for Skills and Apprenticeships. He is recognized for his deep expertise in education policy and workforce development. Colleagues describe him as passionate, dedicated, and one of the hardest working people they know.

Outside of his professional life, Robert is an avid reader and a lifelong fan of J. R. R. Tolkiens work, with his interest being a notable part of his personal life. He has also expressed that leaving parliament will allow him more time for personal activities like swimming.

He was the first Member of Parliament to hire an apprentice for his own office, leading by example in his passionate advocacy.

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Experience
1 Years
Current Role
Executive Director
Job Level
Senior
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
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Skills and Apprenticeships
His career's primary focus, from his first parliamentary speech to his current role at Make UK, has been championing apprenticeships as a path to opportunity.
Technical Education
He is a strong advocate for T Levels and University Technical Colleges (UTCs) to provide young people with the skills needed for modern careers.
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Career

Work history

9-2025
Executive Director
Make UK
4-2025
Chairman
Baker Dearing International
12-2024
Honorary Chair
Green Skills Advisory Panel (GSAP)
10-2024
Director
Ladder Of Opportunity Consulting
10-2024
Senior Adviser on Skills and Social Mobility
BPP
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Education
1991 - 1992
M.A. Hons (Distinction)
University of Exeter
1988 - 1991
BA Hons
University of Exeter
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