The government’s Skills Pledge has received a vote of confidence after the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) agreed to sign it.
The Pledge commits employers to encouraging employees to acquire basic and additional skills.
The BCC said that it agreed to sign the Pledge after receiving reassurance from the government on its own commitment to helping employers provide the correct skills for their employees.
David Frost, the BCC’s director general, said: “After talking to the Department [for Innovation, Universities and Skills] we have been reassured that the government is committed to working with employers to ensure that employees have the necessary skill sets to make a full contribution to the success of their company.”
He added: “I am delighted to have signed the Pledge today and will be promoting it to Chambers across the UK.”
John Denham, the Secretary of State for Innovation, Universities and Skills, said: “The Skills Pledge offers a clear way for employers across the country to show their commitment to training.”
The Minister continued: “With over 3.3 million employees nationwide covered by Skills Pledge, we’re making great progress - but we need to do more at a local and regional level and encourage further involvement from SMEs. I’m therefore extremely pleased that British Chambers of Commerce are joining our drive to boost skills levels.”
Date:27 March 2008
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