Skills in a Global Economy
The skills challenges facing the UK are complex and significant, and becoming increasingly well understood. What is certain is that a policy of ‘more of the same’, or even of slow evolutionary improvements, will simply not produce the radical change in skills and productivity that is essential for the UK’s continuing economic competitiveness and for ensuring a more inclusive society for all citizens.
The time is right for another step change in policy and strategy, building on recent success, but with renewed innovation, energy, focus and commitment. It is hoped that the ten proposals presented below might contribute to making that step change a substantial and successful one.