A meeting has been held as part of The Northern Echo’s Impact campaign for jobs and investment to allow a better understanding of the skills gaps and how each side can help close them.
The event in the Plexus boardroom at NETPark was held under Chatham House rules to allow colleges and partners in The Northern Echo’s Impact campaign to speak their mind but afterwards many of our guests took the opportunity to reflect on what they had heard and suggest the best route forward.
Colleen Peters of New College Durham told us: “Participating in the event alongside senior colleagues from the FE sector and businesses was a fantastic opportunity to share experiences and explore the challenges and complexities that face FE colleges today. The conversations reinforced the importance of collaboration between education and industry in addressing skills gaps and ensuring students are equipped for the evolving job market.
