According to the CBI/Pearson annual education survey, businesses want the education system to better prepare young people with the attitudes and attributes they need to succeed in the world of work. It also warns there are continuing concerns about the literacy and numeracy skills of workers, with many firms admitting that they have laid on remedial classes for employees. It suggests that while many employers are looking for staff with degrees in science and maths-based subjects, some have reservations about both
According to the IFS report, “The recession and its aftermath have been much harder on the young than the old”. What do you think? Join the conversation
