Headline Findings:
- UK skills picture: we have seen a significant rise of 15% in those members who believe that UK skill levels are lagging behind other countries – the figure now stands at 57% of our membership.
- Skills shortages in insurance and financial services: this year’s survey shows a rise in employers reporting shortages in technical skills.
- View of education system: the sector’s view of the education system’s ability to serve its needs is improving with a near 50/50 split between those who think it does a good job and those think not.
- Work experience and internships: there has been a significant increase in those employers offering work placements and internships – half now do so, up from a third last year.
- Professional education: an increased proportion of members believe that the need for higher professional qualifications will rise over time – 76% feel this will be the case, compared to just 59% in 2007.
- Supporting the next generation of talent: the call to action the CII made in last year’s skills prospectus still rings true and is supported by the findings of this survey.