Businesses from across the North East are being urged to support the creation of a blueprint for the future skills and training needs of the region.
The North East England Chamber of Commerce is leading the creation of a Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) - an employer-led plan intended to set out actions for further education colleges and training providers - for the North of Tyne and Tees Valley areas. Skills providers will be assessed on their adherence to the plan by Ofsted.
Rachel Anderson, assistant director of policy at the North East England Chamber of Commerce, said: "The Local Skills Improvement Plan has the potential to transform the skill set of workers in the region and hence create a step change in our economy – but it will only do so if every business plays its part.
