The IMI is looking on the federal government to supply higher readability relating to its methods for automotive within the Autumn Finances assertion.
IMI MD Azlina Bulmer has written an open letter to the Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP
Secretary of State for Enterprise and Commerce outlining the case for automotive and the way it may be factored into the federal government’s industrial technique.
Bulmer mentioned the UK wants a pipeline of expertise by means of apprenticeships, vocational coaching, and upskilling programmes.
“This have to be mirrored in authorities insurance policies, with a give attention to long-term abilities growth in alignment with industrial technique.
“Collaborative efforts between authorities, enterprise, and academic establishments are key to constructing the capability essential to gasoline the automotive sector’s development.
“By integrating the automotive sector into broader skills and industrial strategies, government can ensure that the UK not only meets its decarbonisation goals but also secures a leading position in the global automotive industry for decades to come.”
“Retaining current members of the workforce and empowering them with the abilities of right now’s applied sciences and people which can be quick rising, is a main concern for the IMI.
“By working directly with businesses, we address the specific challenges they face – whether it’s navigating complex funding systems, understanding qualification requirements, or finding skilled candidates,” mentioned Bulmer.
