ORAGNISATIONS JOIN FORCES TO DRIVE GROWTH

HUMBER Freeport and the Humber Principals Group have announced a key partnership, focused on shaping skills development and employer engagement across the region.

- By HANNAH CORKEN

The two organisations will work closely together to ensure the Humber has the skilled workforce it needs to drive economic growth and regeneration, connecting industry with education and young people with successful careers.

The Humber Principals Group comprises of multiple colleges and college groups, which collectively educate over 50,000 students.

Working with Humber Freeport will deepen knowledge and understanding of the specific skills needs of investors and major employers, equipping young people and adults alike with the skills they need to thrive.

The partnership was announced at the North Green Skills Conference, held in Hull, which brought together politicians, business leaders, academics and media to discuss the challenges the North of England faces to reskill the workforce and meet evolving demands from employers.

Professor Neal Juster, Interim Chair of Humber Freeport and Vice Chancellor of the University of Lincoln, said: “To attract major inward investments, and support the growth of existing businesses, we need the right people with the right skills to create a pipeline of talent.