Local government faces a workforce crisis, with nearly half of staff over 50 and under 5% aged 16–24. Apprenticeships offer a strategic solution to bridge the age gap, boost retention, and build future leaders. This blog explores how councils can maximise the Apprenticeship Levy, create impactful programmes, and highlights the Truth About Local Government Apprenticeship Accelerator, a bold initiative to transform talent pipelines and public service delivery.