Opinion

• WorldSkills can spark the ambitions of young people across the UK

  Simon Bartley
  Chief Executive, UK Skills

  Recent reports surrounding the difficulties faced by people in trying to secure University places this year have reconfirmed the importance for both young people and employers in recognising that there is more than one route in to a successful career.

• A truly demand-led skills system – a prize worth having

  Peter Butler
  Head of Learning, BT

  Peter Butler, BT’s Head of Learning, outlines his vision for a truly demand-led skills system. Adapted from Peter’s keynote speech at the NES Ofsted employer conference, 30 September 2009).

• Investing in skills in an economic downturn

  Contributors include British Gas, E.ON UK and Sainsbury's

  Businesses need to continue to invest in training in order to survive the downturn, according to leading NES employers.

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