UK workers are suffering from a lack of training, according to new research.

The research, from multi-sector recruiter Ranstad, found that 22% of job seekers claimed to have received training in the last month, while 57% said that the last time they attended a training course or workshop was more than six months ago.

Nicola Severn, spokesperson for Randstad said: “Encouraging staff training is vital in an environment where skills shortages are rife.  There are pools of workers who have the potential to grow and thrive in their working environment but are never given the opportunity to do so.  This can stunt development, prevent businesses from fully utilising their existing workforce, and ultimately impact on the UK economy.  However, businesses that are expected to release employees for training should also be supported and will need ready access to flexible workers.”  


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