Region's businesses say Apprenticeships are key to long-term success
2 June 2009
A resounding 89 per cent of companies across the Yorkshire and Humber region see Apprenticeships as key to long-term business growth and recognise the importance of investing in skills and training for surviving the current recession, according to research published today by the National Apprenticeship Service (NAS).
The survey of 100 employers, in sectors such as media, agriculture, and construction, was undertaken to assess the impact that Apprenticeships have on both businesses in the current climate and the region’s future economy. An overwhelming 93 per cent of those surveyed believe that taking on an apprentice is a sound long-term business investment, with over two thirds (69 per cent) confirming that employing an apprentice improves overall business performance and productivity. With the current economic downturn putting more emphasis than ever on businesses remaining competitive by nurturing talent, a further 86 per cent stated that Apprenticeships play a key role in developing a skilled workforce for the future.
The research highlights that while a massive proportion of the region’s business community are backing Apprenticeships, around 60 per cent of companies feel there is still a need for more employers to provide opportunities to apprentices.
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