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OLIVER LETWIN MP AND JOHN HAYES MP ENDORSE NEW SCHEME TO TACKLE UK TECHNICAL SKILLS SHORTAGE
02 November 2012
Two Government Ministers have pledged support for a renewed commitment to technicians in the UK. The enhanced deal for professional technicians highlights their rapidly growing importance to the UK economy.
UK plc will need almost a 50% increase in the number of professional technicians over the next 8 years.
The new initiative offers technicians enhanced public profile, professional recognition and development, plus a new national brand and website. This is all aimed at helping employers and individuals to deal with the shortage of technical skills within the UK.
The new initiative offers technicians enhanced public profile, professional recognition and development, plus a new national brand and website. This is all aimed at helping employers and individuals to deal with the shortage of technical skills within the UK.
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