Staffordshire scheme helping young people build business skills is back

Organisers say it’s all about boosting confidence and preparing students for the world of work

Author: Ellie RobsonPublished 5th Mar 2026

Staffordshire’s Ignite programme is rolling out again, giving students a chance to develop skills like enterprise, teamwork and business planning.

This year, a new ‘Pitch Challenge’ will let teams battle it out Dragon’s Den-style, pitching ideas for prizes and feedback.

Now in its sixth year, Ignite has already helped tens of thousands of young people across the county.

The council says supporting skills like these is key to growing the local economy and creating new opportunities.

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