Simon Bartley, Chief Executive, UK Skills launches the new cycle of WorldSkills UK competitions.
Following Team UK’s success at WorldSkills Calgary 2009, it is clear that WorldSkills UK competitions continue to play a key part in lifting standards of training and performance while promoting world class skills.
As the economic crisis continues to take hold and we see firsthand the tough conditions facing young people as they look for full-time employment, skills competitions have taken on an altogether more significant role.