Sir Keir Starmer's Commitment
Sir Keir Starmer will pledge to reshape Britain's dependence on foreign workers by focusing on upskilling British citizens. He emphasizes the importance of not solely relying on imported skills.
New Initiative: Skills England
A new initiative called Skills England will be established to identify labor market gaps and provide training for Brits to fill those roles. The goal is to address the over-reliance on migration in the economy.
Focusing on Home-Grown Talent
Sir Keir Starmer highlights the significance of training and nurturing local talent to manage legal migration effectively. This initiative comes after recent efforts to tackle illegal migration.
The Urgency of the Skills System
Sir Keir notes the existing challenges in the skills system, citing a doubling of skills shortages from 2017 to 2022. These shortages are responsible for a significant portion of job vacancies.
Formation of Skills England
Skills England will collaborate with various stakeholders including government bodies, businesses, training providers, and unions to address skills needs. Taxpayer-funded training will be expedited in crucial areas identified by the new body.
Education Secretary's Perspective
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasizes the importance of enabling employers to invest in their workforce and access necessary training opportunities.
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