Ahead of the Autumn Budget, Alison Morris, Director of Policy at Skills Federation, makes the case for placing investment in skills at the centre of the government’s economic strategy. In an exclusive article for FE News, Alison argues that sustained and targeted investment in skills is essential to boost productivity, support growth and help individuals access high-quality employment.
Alison highlights that while the UK faces economic uncertainty, employers continue to experience acute skills shortages across sectors. She calls for policies that enable long-term planning and collaboration between government, industry and education providers. “Without sustained investment in skills,” she says, “we risk constraining growth and missing opportunities to future-proof our economy.”
She outlines Skills Federation’s recommendations in four key areas: reforming the Apprenticeship Levy, strengthening education and training for young people and adults, supporting devolution, and boosting employer investment.
“If the Government is serious about growth, productivity and regional opportunity, it must start with skills,” says Alison. “The Budget is the Government’s opportunity to show that its commitment to further education and youth employment is more than words.”
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