Retail Sector Skills Statement 2019
Our latest Local Sector Skills Statements report on local sector knowledge and expertise, plus wider regional and national intelligence. Gain insight about skills challenges in the Rural and Food Economy, notable achievements and skills priorities and objectives for 2018/2019.
"The rural and food sector is an important part of the UK Economy. Food production is the UK’s largest manufacturing sector, bigger than the automotive and aerospace sectors combined. In the West of England the sector is significant, supporting 53,000 jobs and representing 11% of employment across the region."
The statement covers:
- An overview of the rural and food economy sector in the West of England
- Key facts and statistics about skills in this sector
- Significant sector achievements in the region
- Core skills priorities and objectives for the industry
- Results from our Business Skills and Training Survey 2018
Skills West is working together with businesses and training providers to develop the current and future skills of the sector. Download a copy of the skills report and be part of building a sustainable workforce in the West of England.
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