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Neil Bentley-Gockmann
WorldSkills UK, CEO
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A skills economy is key to boosting economic recovery
Our CEO Dr Neil Bentley-Gockmann OBE explains why developing a “skills economy” is vital to boost inward investment, job creation and economic recovery.
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We need a “skills economy” to drive the recovery
Our CEO Dr Neil Bentley-Gockmann OBE explains how international benchmarking can support the development of world-class skills in the UK.
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Higher skills standards will help deliver what the Chancellor wants
Economic consequences of Covid-19 make it more important than ever to support young people better prepare for work and enable employers to improve their productivity.
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A sea change for technical education
A sea change for technical education as investment in skills prioritised in the Treasury’s ‘Plan for Jobs’ and promised ‘a major shift.
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We need to go further, faster on inclusion
Our new data-driven approach to tracking diversity and inclusion in our work is helping shape our thinking on what specifically we can do next.
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Our five-point plan for a more inclusive WorldSkills UK
Publishing a ground-breaking report on diversity and inclusion in WorldSkills UK’s work, Championing difference for a better workforce.
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Raising the bar and widening the gate
Research commissioned from The Social Innovation Partnership found that the issues we face with diversity and inclusion were reflected in the wider FE sector.
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LGBT+ History Month: Role Modelling vital for LGBT+ young people
Changing perceptions and practice starts with leadership. We brought together senior LGBT leaders and allies to consider the challenges and opportunities faced by young people.
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Pockets of excellence are not enough
Building world-class skills systems in the UK is almost universally acknowledged as the right thing to do. The more difficult question is how.
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CBI Education & Skills Survey
CBI/Pearson annual education and skills report remains a vital bellwether on the issues occupying the minds of the nation’s employers.
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Learning from the world’s best: How being a bit more Chinese and Brazilian could up the UK’s skills game
Being globally connected is fundamental to a major nation’s development and outlook.
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Thoughts from Kazan – Dr Neil Bentley-Gockmann
Skills Olympics took place in Kazan, Russia - a spectacular global celebration of young people and skills that will live long in all attendees' memories.
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