Developing local skills plans that reflect the needs of employers in our areas, working closely with our Colleges, Councils, Sector Boards, Universities, and other partners, is vital. Together, we can increase the right courses for employees and young people - the digital, technical and broader skills that help businesses grow, become more competitive, and create good sustainable jobs that will ultimately grow the LCR economy.  
The Chambers of Commerce in Liverpool City Region are committed to ensuring the businesses of our region have the talent they need to stimulate growth. Through apprenticeships and initiatives such as Kickstart, National Skills Fund, and the Local Skills Improvement Plan Pilot bid, we aim to make a tangible difference to the prospects of our city region’s businesses and people.
The LCR Chambers of Commerce will work together to ensure employers across the LCR play a central role in designing almost all technical courses by 2030 to ensure that the education and training people receive is directly linked to the skills needed for real jobs. The role and position of the LCR Chambers of Commerce are aligned with the views of the British Chambers of Commerce:
“We welcome the Government’s ambitious plans to put the skills needs of businesses at the heart of the further education system. As local business leaders look to rebuild their firms and communities in the wake of the Coronavirus pandemic, it is essential to ensure that the right skills and training provision is in place to support growth.
Chambers of Commerce can play a leading role in developing local skills plans that reflect the needs of employers in their areas, working closely with colleges, councils and other partners.
Together, we can increase the focus on skills for the workplace - the digital, technical and broader skills that help businesses grow, succeed and create good jobs.”
BCC Director General Adam Marshall