Wood Report on Scotland’s Young Workforce Published

The Commission for Developing Scotland's Young Workforce, established by the Scottish Government and chaired by Sir Ian Wood, has published its final report, making 39 recommendations aimed at improving young people’s transition into employment.

The wide range of recommendations, developed following consultations with education, business and equalities groups cover:

• Better preparing school leavers for the world of work;
• College education focused on employment and progression in learning;
• Modern Apprenticeships focused on higher level skills and industry needs;
• More employers engaging with education and recruiting more young people;
• Advancing Equalities.

The report also highlights the importance of businesses working with schools and colleges and calls for the employers to be supported in the recruitment of young people.

The report, Education Working For All! can be accessed at http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Resource/0045/00451746.pdf

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