The qualifications will sit alongside traditional GCSEs - including English, maths and science - and will be available to 14-year-olds in some subjects from September 2029. The government has also set a new national target for employers to help provide an additional 200,000 work experience opportunities for those aged between 14 and 16. It comes following Andy Burnham's pledge to put technical training on a par with academic classes, with the prime minister previously saying he wants the UK to "value the hard hat as much as the graduation cap". Mr Burnham has repeatedly vowed to tackle the number of young people not in education, employment or training - known as NEETs - which is believed to have exceeded one million. The prime minister said: "We've all heard someone say 'school wasn't really for me' because they were not given the chance to study vocational courses as well as traditional subjects. "That one-size-fits-all approach isn't working, so we're building an education system that values both academic and technical paths. "I want to give all young people across Britain the hope that their future will be brighter - whether it starts at university or not." Earlier this year, the government announced that new V-level qualifications - which will sit alongside A-levels and T-levels as a third pathway for 16 to 19-year-olds - will be available for students from 2027. More from Sky News:Three charged after migrant boat protestMother and children killed in house fire named 'Rich and ambitious' education The new vocational GCSEs will be nationally set, and the assessment and grading will be regulated by Ofqual. They will eventually replace existing Technical Awards. A consultation will be launched later this year to shape the new qualifications, which could include subjects such as business management and finance, creative media production, building and construction, and child development, the Department for Education has said. Education Secretary Lucy Powell said the new qualifications will give young people "a stronger connection to the careers and industries shaping our economy", and will help pupils "discover and develop their talents". Ms Powell added: "This is not about creating different routes for different children. It is about ensuring every child has access to a rich and ambitious education that opens doors, creates opportunity and prepares them for life beyond the classroom." Earlier this week, exam board OCR indicated that vocational education reforms were not necessary. Interim findings from a report chaired by former education secretary Charles Clarke suggest that educators, students and parents value the existing vocational qualifications available to 14 to 16-year-olds, but that there are structural and reputational barriers to their wider adoption. Association of School and College Leaders general secretary Pepe Di'Iasio said the government's plans were "well-intentioned" but would "not in itself address the barriers to more young people taking these subjects". Mr Di'lasio insisted measures were needed to ensure schools have the "staffing and resources" to deliver the new qualifications, as well as a campaign to "raise public awareness of vocational and technical routes". He added: "Without this wider action, revamping qualifications will simply mean more upheaval and workload for hard-pressed schools, without actually achieving the objective of boosting vocational and technical pathways."

Earlier this month, Ireland announced it would not participate in the event for a second year in a row, citing ​the ongoing loss ​of life ⁠in Gaza. Iceland, Spain and Slovenia also shunned the competition in May ​in protest at the inclusion of Israel amid its military ​offensive in ⁠the Palestinian territory. AvroTros, the broadcaster that usually ​facilitates the Dutch entry, said in August it would boycott Eurovision for a second year, arguing recent changes to the rules, preventing countries involved in "armed conflict" from hosting, were unclear. But it left the final ​decision in the hands of other ​broadcasters in the country, and on Wednesday the NPO - the umbrella organisation for the Dutch public broadcasting system - said it would take over responsibility for the Netherlands entry. The NPO said the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) ​had taken "important steps" in response to criticism by countries that ​had not participated last time, which it said should lead to ‌a ⁠more "unifying" event. The NPO admitted the decision would provoke "mixed emotions" in the country. The EBU last month announced it would be updating the contest's rules, relating to the countries which could host the event. Normally, countries are invited to host if their act has won the contest the previous year. Under the new rules, broadcasters cannot host if their country is involved in armed conflict or a "sensitive geopolitical situation" that could affect the safety of the event. Broadcasters will now "automatically be ineligible to host the contest if an armed conflict, a sensitive geopolitical situation, or any other situation materially affects the security, safety or stability of their state or immediate region". More from Sky News:Where the big moments in the UN happenWhy Chagos deal is headache Burnham could do without The EBU said the rule changes had been made following feedback from participating broadcasters, and that the updates would provide greater clarity for artists and production staff. Tensions surrounding the war in Gaza within the music industry have been heightened this month as Ed Sheeran was caught up in a media frenzy. His Loop tour plans were derailed after support acts pulled out in solidarity with US rapper Macklemore, who was dropped following pro-Palestine comments he made during a show in New Jersey. Sheeran has since apologised to fans for his handling of the controversy. As the world's largest live music competition, Eurovision is watched by millions around the world. Next year's competition is due to take place in Bulgaria in 2027 after singer Dara's victory for the country in May.

The qualifications will sit alongside traditional GCSEs - including English, maths and science - and will be available to 14-year-olds in some subjects from September 2029. The government has also set a new national target for employers to help provide an additional 200,000 work experience opportunities for those aged between 14 and 16. It comes following Andy Burnham's pledge to put technical training on a par with academic classes, with the prime minister previously saying he wants the UK to "value the hard hat as much as the graduation cap". Mr Burnham has repeatedly vowed to tackle the number of young people not in education, employment or training - known as NEETs - which is believed to have exceeded one million. The prime minister said: "We've all heard someone say 'school wasn't really for me' because they were not given the chance to study vocational courses as well as traditional subjects. "That one-size-fits-all approach isn't working, so we're building an education system that values both academic and technical paths. "I want to give all young people across Britain the hope that their future will be brighter - whether it starts at university or not." Earlier this year, the government announced that new V-level qualifications - which will sit alongside A-levels and T-levels as a third pathway for 16 to 19-year-olds - will be available for students from 2027. More from Sky News:Three charged after migrant boat protestMother and children killed in house fire named 'Rich and ambitious' education The new vocational GCSEs will be nationally set, and the assessment and grading will be regulated by Ofqual. They will eventually replace existing Technical Awards. A consultation will be launched later this year to shape the new qualifications, which could include subjects such as business management and finance, creative media production, building and construction, and child development, the Department for Education has said. Education Secretary Lucy Powell said the new qualifications will give young people "a stronger connection to the careers and industries shaping our economy", and will help pupils "discover and develop their talents". Ms Powell added: "This is not about creating different routes for different children. It is about ensuring every child has access to a rich and ambitious education that opens doors, creates opportunity and prepares them for life beyond the classroom." Earlier this week, exam board OCR indicated that vocational education reforms were not necessary. Interim findings from a report chaired by former education secretary Charles Clarke suggest that educators, students and parents value the existing vocational qualifications available to 14 to 16-year-olds, but that there are structural and reputational barriers to their wider adoption. Association of School and College Leaders general secretary Pepe Di'Iasio said the government's plans were "well-intentioned" but would "not in itself address the barriers to more young people taking these subjects". Mr Di'lasio insisted measures were needed to ensure schools have the "staffing and resources" to deliver the new qualifications, as well as a campaign to "raise public awareness of vocational and technical routes". He added: "Without this wider action, revamping qualifications will simply mean more upheaval and workload for hard-pressed schools, without actually achieving the objective of boosting vocational and technical pathways."

Hadjar stepped up to Red Bull at the start of this year after an impressive debut campaign with Racing Bulls in 2025 but has missed the last three rounds due to a wrist injury he suffered during last month's summer break. But the 21-year-old is now fit enough to drive and is back at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which takes place on Saturday - live on Sky Sports F1. Azerbaijan GP schedule: Why is the race on Saturday?F1 2026 standings | F1 2026 calendar | F1 Gossip ColumnDownload the Sky Sports app for expert analysis, best video & more📱Not got Sky? Latest Sky Sports deals or stream F1 with no contract 📺 Red Bull had already announced last month that four-time world champion Verstappen signed a new contract to stay at the team until at least the end of 2030. "We're very excited to continue our journey with Isack. Since joining us at the start of the year, he has been superb on and off track, especially considering this is only his second Formula 1 season, which made extending his contract an easy decision," said Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies. "From the very beginning, Isack immersed himself in the team, spending every minute at the factory with his engineers to develop the car, always eager to learn and improve. "You could see from that first weekend in Melbourne that he handled the step up with remarkable composure and had earned his place in this seat." The second Red Bull seat alongside Verstappen is widely regarded as the toughest on the F1 grid after several drivers including Pierre Gasly, Alex Albon, Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda all struggled against the Dutchman. But, Hadjar has been closer to Verstappen than those drivers and has even got the better of his team-mate at times this season, so his seat has not come under scrutiny. Despite missing the last three race weekends, Hadjar is still eighth in the Drivers' Championship and reclaimed his Monaco Grand Prix podium after Red Bull and McLaren successfully appealed Gasly's overturned speeding penalties. "The period since his injury has been a difficult one for Isack, but this extension is a testament to how much we believe in him and we can't wait to see him back out on track," continued Mekies. "We still have a lot we want to achieve this season, but it's a great feeling to know that the drivers, engineers and everyone back at the factory are all heading in the same direction, committed and together." Hadjar added: "I am really excited to continue with Oracle Red Bull Racing. I came to this team eight months ago and immediately understood the scale and ambition of this organisation. "There are so many talented people at the factory, and you're aware of the privilege of driving for such an incredible team alongside a four-time world champion like Max. "From the moment I signed, I set out to dedicate myself to the team, and with the support of Laurent and everyone in Milton Keynes, I've been able to justify the faith they've had in me. I'm constantly looking to listen, learn and push myself further every single day about what lies ahead." 'If you're good, you stay' - Hadjar on extended deal and injury return Speaking to the media later on Wednesday in Baku when appearing in the Drivers' Press Conference, Hadjar said he had been completely relaxed about the contract renewal discussions - even claiming he did not know how long the deal was for. "I didn't even talk about it. You know, I let my people do the talking for me," he said. "I do it [the talking] on the track and that's about it. So yeah, it was very easy." And asked whether it was a mufti-year term, Hadjar replied: "I actually don't know. I don't care. Yeah, but, you know, if you're good, you stay, and that's it." The Frenchman also spoke about the nature of his wrist injury and how his rehabilitation had gone. "I have a small fracture outside of the wrist and it's just quite a long process," he said. "I didn't need any surgery, so it's all natural and it takes some time. It's still going to be painful for a while, but now it's going to be six weeks soon and, you know, it says that it's strong enough at the moment to resist the tensions. "I had a test on the sim, it went well. So, you know, I think it's a similar environment to the cockpit. It's actually, if anything, nearly identical. So, if it's fine on the sim, with the adrenaline on track and everything, I think I should be okay. "The training sessions have not been fun because I've been doing basically nothing with the left limb. So yeah, it's been a bit boring." Hadjar's injury was sustained during a routine workout that involved boxing. He said Red Bull had not placed any new restrictions on his training programme as a result, but admitted he needed to just "think twice" in future. "No. I mean, next time I'll just be more careful," he said. "You know, maybe strap myself and, yeah, that's it. It happens. There are no restrictions. I'm not five years old, so I just need to think twice before." What's left to play out in the F1 driver market? F1's current top four teams - Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull have now all locked in their driver line-ups for 2027 with no changes. Alpine, Williams and Cadillac's drivers are all under contract for 2027 while Audi are set to keep their pairing of Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg. That leaves Racing Bulls, Haas and Aston Martin as the only teams yet to nail down their drivers for next year - but there could be changes. Fernando Alonso is considering his future in the sport and is the biggest stumbling block in the driver market because if he retires, Aston Martin will have a seat available. Alonso says news "will not come soon" as he's unhappy with the current regulations in F1 which led to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem commenting he wants to accelerate the deficit of Aston Martin's engine supplier Honda. Britain's Oliver Bearman is set to stay at Haas but his team-mate Esteban Ocon could be without a seat as Haas are expected to give Ferrari junior Rafael Camara his F1 debut for 2027 after an impressive Formula 2 campaign for the Brazilian. The current F2 championship leader is Red Bull junior Nikola Tsolov and history shows Red Bull are keen to give youngsters an F1 opportunity at the earliest opportunity. However, Red Bull have a tricky decision to make as both current Racing Bulls drivers of Arvid Lindblad and Lawson are performing very well this year, so dropping one of them would be harsh. Sky Sports F1's Azerbaijan GP live schedule Thursday September 246.55am: F2 Practice9am: Azerbaijan GP Practice One (session starts at 9.30am)*10.55am: F2 Qualifying*12pm: Team Bosses' Press Conference12.30pm: Azerbaijan GP Practice Two (session starts at 1pm)2.15pm: The F1 Show Friday September 255.10am: F2 Sprint*9.15am: Azerbaijan GP Practice Three (session starts at 9.30am)*11.10am: F2 Feature Race 1*12.30pm: Azerbaijan GP Qualifying build-up*1PM: AZERBAIJAN GP QUALIFYING*3pm: Ted's Qualifying NotebookSaturday September 267.55am: F2 Feature Race 210.30am: Grand Prix Sunday: Azerbaijan GP build-up*12PM: THE AZERBAIJAN GRAND PRIX*2pm: Chequered Flag: Azerbaijan GP reaction*3pm: Ted's Notebook* *also live on Sky Sports Main Event Racing on a Saturday! 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Officers from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary were sent to the town on Tuesday to police a peaceful protest. Police arrested six people, and on Wednesday said three individuals had been charged. Shannon Dodds, 32, of Gosport, has been charged with two counts of assault by beating of an emergency worker. Sally Pearson, 31, also from Gosport, has been charged with assault by beating of an emergency worker and a racially aggravated public order offence. Both have been remanded into custody to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court on Thursday. Toby Matthews, 33, of Forton Road, Gosport, has been charged with common assault of an emergency worker. He has been bailed to appear at Portsmouth Magistrates' Court on 9 November. A 19-year-old man and a 36-year-old man from Salisbury, Wiltshire, who were arrested on suspicion of aggravated trespass, have been bailed until 22 December. A 67-year-old man from Gosport was handed a fixed penalty notice for driving without due care and attention. Police said he was also arrested on suspicion of assaulting an emergency worker. He has been bailed until 22 December. More from Sky News:Vape spiking warning as police report rise in casesMother and three children killed in Merseyside house fire named Hundreds of activists gathered in Gosport on Tuesday after the far-right campaigner Daniel Thomas, also known as Danny Tommo, filmed himself going out to sea to try to intercept a dinghy carrying dozens of migrants. In YouTube footage, he could be seen stabbing the dinghy after a crew member boarded to apparently take the boat back to France, with police now "conducting inquiries". Some of the demonstrators on Tuesday wore black clothing and face coverings, and chanted "send them back", wrongly assuming the boat would be guided to the Hampshire coast. The vessel had in fact docked in Dover, Kent, at about 12.30am on Wednesday, after 51 migrants on board reportedly refused assistance from a French ship. They spent 36 hours at sea, according to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution. Meanwhile, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has ordered an "urgent review" after the Border Force failed to intercept a second migrant boat in two days before it reached the Kent coast. Border Security Command has detained 21 people following a boat arrival on the beach of Samphire Hoe, Dover, on Tuesday afternoon, and the Home Office has not said whether more people are being sought. It comes after a dinghy made it to shore at Folkestone on Monday morning, which was the first undetected arrival for over a year. In a statement on Wednesday, Ms Mahmood described the undetected crossings of two small boats this week as "not acceptable" and said the Border Security Command is investigating. "Our improved monitoring has led to uncontrolled crossings becoming incredibly rare. But even one is one too many," the home secretary said. "That is why I have ordered an urgent review by the Border Security Command into how this happened, and what must be done to ensure it doesn't happen again."

The former film producer had initially been found guilty of sexually assaulting Miriam Haley and raping an aspiring actress, Jessica Mann, at his first trial in New York in 2020. That ruling was overturned in 2024, along with his 23-year prison sentence, after the state's highest court - New York Court of Appeals - concluded he did not get a fair trial. A Manhattan jury convicted Weinstein of sexually assaulting Ms Haley at a second trial in June 2025. They also found him not guilty of assaulting former model Kaja Sokola. A fourth New York trial over the alleged rape of Ms Mann was dropped, after a third trial ended in a mistrial when the jury said it was deadlocked. Ms Haley addressed the court Wednesday just before Weinstein was sentenced. "Having been sexually assaulted by Harvey Weinstein has had a devastating effect on my life and sense of security that may never go away," Ms Haley said. "Making the decision to speak up will have me looking over my shoulder for years to come. It's a life sentence for me." Weinstein apologised in court to those he may have hurt. "I do have remorse for Miriam Haley's pain, but I have to reiterate my innocence," he told the judge while seated in a wheelchair. Judge Curtis Farber said Weinstein was once a king in the movie industry, "but recognition for these achievements will pale in comparison to what you did". He said Weinstein is now known as "a sexual predator, the literal face of the MeToo movement". The judge added: "You took what you wanted by force, and you have never accepted responsibility." He said Weinstein's 15-year sentence will be followed by five years of supervised release and a requirement that he register as a sex offender. Weinstein ​was convicted of rape in California in 2022 and is serving ​a 16-year prison sentence. He is set to be resentenced in LA after an appeals court threw out his original sentence. More from Sky News:UK to join new EU ocean science scheme amid El Nino concernsRAF aircraft crashes in Wales The Miramax studio co-founder - who has been facing growing health issues in recent years - is in custody serving his sentence at New York's maximum-security prison, Rikers Island. Claims against the film mogul were a major driver for the #MeToo movement against sexual harassment and abuse in 2017. Weinstein has denied raping or sexually assaulting anyone. Once he has been sentenced, he can appeal.

Border Security Command has detained 21 people following a boat arrival on the beach of Samphire Hoe, Dover, on Tuesday afternoon, and the Home Office has not said whether more people are being sought. It comes after a dinghy made it to shore at Folkestone on Monday morning, which was the first undetected arrival for over a year. Chris Philp, shadow home secretary, called it a "day of despair for the Labour government". Politics latest: UK to review Chagos deal after Trump criticism In a statement on Wednesday, Ms Mahmood described the undetected crossings of two small boats this week as "not acceptable" and said the Border Security Command is investigating. "Our improved monitoring has led to uncontrolled crossings becoming incredibly rare. But even one is one too many," the home secretary said. "That is why I have ordered an urgent review by the Border Security Command into how this happened, and what must be done to ensure it doesn't happen again." Ms Mahmood went on to say the smugglers who arrange the illegal crossings have adopted "new tactics", taking migrants on "increasingly long and dangerous crossings" to reach UK shores. She also said the government's efforts to stop crossings entirely "are having an impact" by "making it much harder for gangs to launch vessels" and "forcing them to change their approach". The thousands of migrants crossing the Channel are usually brought to shore by Border Security Command or RNLI boats. Such uncontrolled landings are extremely rare. Before Monday, there was only one small boat arrival without an escort - in September 2025 - since the start of 2023. Prior to that, figures on these types of incidents were compiled by the Ministry of Defence and were not routinely reported. The Home Office has launched an urgent review by Border Security Command into this week's beach landings, the department said. A government spokesperson said on Wednesday: "Border Security Command officers alongside Kent police have been responding to an incident in Dover. "Twenty-one individuals have already been detained under a swift enforcement response. "There is a thorough investigation ongoing and it would be inappropriate to comment further." Mr Philp added: "Our border security has descended into chaos with illegal immigrants crossing at will over ever larger distances and in ever larger boats. "This latest fiasco shows that the French are not even trying to stop the illegal immigrants' boats in French waters, instead they are escorting them here. "What's more, there have been two uncontrolled migrant landings in a week. It is a complete free for all - the Labour government have no idea who is coming into the country. "The only way to stop Channel crossings is to deport anyone who arrives illegally to their home country or a safe third country. That's the only way we can end this madness." Meanwhile, a man believed to be a migrant was found dead on a beach in northern France on Wednesday, and an investigation has been launched by the French authorities, a spokesperson for the Pas-de-Calais prefecture said. French media reports the investigation will examine whether the death was linked to an attempted crossing of the English Channel. Local outlets said the man, thought to be in his 20s, was found hours after a small boat departed for the UK, and while other migrants hoping to make the journey remained in the nearby dunes. More from Sky News:RAF aircraft crashes in WalesOasis announce more shows A total of 17,784 migrants have arrived in the UK after crossing the Channel in small boats so far this year, including 5,315 since Andy Burnham became prime minister in July. The total so far for 2026 is down 45% on the same point last year.

His task now is to turn champions into serial winners. Arteta has overseen a total transformation of the club since his appointment in 2019. Arsenal, 10th in the Premier League table when he took over, were in a state of drift. Now, they are re-established among Europe's elite, unrecognisable in all departments. Arteta has joined a select group of 13 managers to have won the Premier League. He now has the chance to join an even smaller group, made up of only Sir Alex Ferguson, Pep Guardiola, Jose Mourinho and Arsene Wenger, by winning it more than once. Mikel Arteta agrees new contract as Arsenal managerTransfer Centre LIVE! | Arsenal news & transfers🔴⚪Arsenal fixtures & scores | FREE Arsenal highlights▶️Got Sky? Watch Premier League games LIVE on your phone📱Not got Sky? Latest Sky Sports deals or stream PL games with no contract📺 Securing a first Champions League, after guiding Arsenal to only their second final last term, is another chance for immortality. The agreement over his new contract, described as an "utmost priority" by co-chair Josh Kroenke in May, reflects the club's belief that they are in the best possible hands. It also gives Arteta the chance to get closer to Guardiola's longevity at Manchester City. The club feel the departure of Arteta's old mentor from City, coupled with instability elsewhere, presents an opportunity to capitalise. Arsenal are in their "win window", to quote Kroenke. "We think we have a chance here to dominate," he said in May. Arteta's task has been made harder by the failure to add a level-raising forward in the summer. But his squad is replete with players in or approaching their peak years, between 24 and 28, now with the added experience of having won major silverware. The group look well-set to build on their success. But Arteta, the rookie head coach-turned elite manager whose work other clubs now strive to emulate, might be Arsenal's biggest asset of all, which is why the news of his contract agreement is so significant. Who better to nurture the culture which has underpinned their success than the man who painstakingly implemented it? Arteta ensures stability, allowing Arsenal to operate from a position of strength. "Getting the foundations in place is usually the hardest part of the journey," added Kroenke. His tenure has been a story of steady improvement, both domestically, where Arsenal have ended a 22-year wait for the title, and in Europe, where they have gone from Champions League quarter-finalists, to semi-finalists, to runners-up in three years. But there is work to do to sustain the trajectory. Their defeat to Brighton highlighted room for improvement. It felt like a slap in the face to Arsenal, largely because it was so uncharacteristic. Arteta's side, defined by their steeliness, hadn't lost a Premier League game by a margin of three goals since 2023. Arteta will hope to use the result as a wake-up call, and a reminder to his players that there can be no room for complacency in their efforts to retain their crown. "This is a big lesson for all of us to understand what it takes to win at this level," he said. He might even come to be grateful for it. Arsenal went into the season as most people's favourites to win the title. But only a handful of sides have gone back-to-back in the Premier League era. Arsenal haven't managed it since the 1930s. History shows the enormity of the task ahead of them. Part of the challenge for Arteta is to continue evolving the team. Heavily impacted by injuries to their best attacking players for a second consecutive season last term, Arsenal leaned into their defensive and set-piece prowess to get over the line in the title race. They remain a formidable outfit on both fronts. Clearly, there is still work to do in the transfer market to bring their attack up to the same level. For now, though, Arteta must get more from what he has, helped, at least, by a far clearer injury list. It is worth noting that the last time he had Kai Havertz, Martin Odegaard and Bukayo Saka fit for a full season, in 2023/24, Arsenal broke a club record for goals. The trio, together again at last, scored 10 goals in their first seven games of the campaign. More broadly, there have been signs of a return to a more possession-orientated playing style, and a greater desire to control games with the ball rather than without it. It is of course still early in the campaign to make definitive judgements. But Arsenal's numbers are up for possession, passes and passes in the final third compared to last season. Most interestingly, they are attempting nearly twice as many build-up attacks, defined as open-play passing sequences of 10 or more passes leading to a shot or touch in the opposition box. The Brighton gamed showed teething problems as they struggled to play through their opponent's press, repeatedly landing themselves in trouble. But for the most part Arsenal have looked a more cohesive and purposeful outfit in their attacking play. They trail Manchester City by three points in the Premier League table but the underlying data, usually the strongest indicator of future success, has them as the best-performing team again this season, despite what happened against Brighton. There has been less reliance on set-pieces. All but one of their 16 goals in all competitions this season have come from open play, the only exception being Saka's late penalty in their win over Sunderland. There was further evidence of increased offensive threat in their Champions League opener against Napoli, when they attacked relentlessly, only scoring once but generating 4.05 expected goals, their highest figure on record in the competition. The club will have to use future transfer windows to complete his squad. But the continued emergence of academy products, with Max Dowman and Marli Salmon the latest to benefit from the environment now in place at London Colney, offers further encouragement as Arteta's tenure enters a new era.