Southwark Council lays out vision to increase learning and skills across the borough
29 November 2018
Southwark Council has officially launched its Skills Strategy for 2018 to 2022.
The strategy outlines the council’s ambitious vision for a high quality local skills offer that is accessible and responsive to learner and employer needs.
Cllr Kieron Williams, cabinet member for jobs, skills and innovation, said: “The strategy puts resilience, ambition and employability at the heart of our plans to support a strong local economy. We want to make sure our residents and businesses are best equipped to deal with today’s competitive jobs market and future challenges.”
The strategy is split into four main areas – Learners, Employers, Education Providers and Funding – and aims outlines how the council will be working closely with partners to increase opportunities for local people to take advantage of training and education, and that training is provided for the skills that employers want.
Page last updated: 29 November 2018
