The 28th May saw a first. That is, the first (hopefully of many) formal meeting between government and employers from the newly formed Energy & Efficiency Industrial Partnership (the Partnership). The topic for discussion was how government and employers could …
What is unemployment? Unemployment seems like it should be simple to define – if you’re not working, you’re unemployed. But it’s not quite that simple. How about a stay-at-home parent? Someone who’s retired? Or someone unable to work through illness? …
The economy is entering a period of recovery, the sun is beginning to make an appearance and the world cup we've all been waiting for is under way. So, what better time to step back and tackle the pesky challenge …
Today the UK Commission for Employment and Skills releases its latest findings for Northern Ireland from the Employer Skills Survey. The results highlight the magnitude of the problem that the Northern Ireland economy still faces. As the Northern Ireland Adviser …
After weeks of jaw dropping performances, laughter and tears – Britain’s Got Talent finally comes to an end. While there can only be one winner, it’s clear that there is a wealth of talent in Britain. I couldn’t help but …
This post uses our UK Employer Skills Survey 2013 data to explain skills shortage vacancies in Wales. What is a skills shortage vacancy? How is it different to a skills gap? If you’re one of the 5,996 businesses that answered the UKCES Employer Skills Survey in Wales …
This is the first in a series of short articles explaining the labour market, technical jargon, and the skills system. This post uses our UK Employer Skills Survey 2013 data to explain skills gaps in Wales. What is a skills gap? It’s a trickier …
This is the first in a series of short articles explaining the labour market, technical jargon, and the skills system. This post uses our UK Employer Skills Survey 2013 data to explain skills gaps in Wales. What is a skills gap? It’s a trickier …
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