Wales
Of the 2.9 million people living in Wales, 1.4 million are economically active. Unemployment has fallen dramatically over recent years.
In the process and manufacturing sector, which Proskills represents, the breakdown of sector workplaces and employees.
Workplaces
| Industry | Wales |
|---|---|
Extractives and Mineral Processing |
300 |
Print |
530 |
Glass |
330 |
Coatings |
20 |
Building Products |
120 |
Ceramics |
30 |
Furniture |
800 |
Paper |
110 |
Total |
2,240 |
Employees
| Industry | Wales |
|---|---|
Extractives and Mineral Processing |
3,180 |
Print |
3,730 |
Glass |
2,370 |
Coatings |
260 |
Building Products |
1,970 |
Ceramics |
210 |
Furniture |
7,630 |
Paper |
4,740 |
Total |
24,090 |
The specific issues for these companies include:
- The Welsh Language Act, which places an obligation on the public sector to treat the Welsh and English languages equally in the provision of services to the Welsh public
- The challenge of an ageing workforce and the need to attract younger people and labour market returners
- A devolved Government and funding arrangements that are different from the rest of the UK.
Proskills’ dedicated employer Executive Committee is committed to identifying the skills that are needed for a sustainable and profitable future; setting and driving up standards of courses and qualifications; and influencing funding and investment in skills and training.
In this section, you will find information about Proskills’ current focus and activities, such as the Sector Skills Agreement (SSA). A list of careers resources and external links are also available, as well as information on becoming part of our Executive Committee. Review this website regularly for latest news and events listings.