As part of its commitment to becoming a UNESCO Learning City, Wakefield pledged to improve lifelong learning for all residents and raise higher-level skills to support economic wellbeing across the district.
This objective has guided the work of a Wakefield Futures Commission over the last year, and with the publication of the report, partners are committed to taking forwards its recommendations through a local, regional, and national call to action.
Speaking at the report launch, Cllr Jack Hemingway, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Economic Growth at Wakefield Council, said:
“Wakefield is a place full of pride, creativity, and ambition ... We know there’s more we can do to grow our skills base to help local people thrive in the economy of the future... There are no quick fixes, but we want every resident to have access to the skills and qualifications they need to secure high-quality, well-paid jobs. By widening access to higher-level skill provision, we will unlock more of our district’s potential.”
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