Engineering, enginering, enginerring.
I’ve long trumpeted the exciting possibilities that come with an engineering degree: remote controlled Jet Skis or electric marzipan shoes. But no one wants to get stuck in. Now my old friend and vacuum cleaner botherer, James Dyson is also warning that Britain faces an engineering skills crisis. He’s not alone; engineering firms yesterday told the BBC that they are struggling to recruit school leavers because of an outdated image of manufacturing among teachers. Sarah Morris, of the CBI said that over 2m UK engineering jobs will be created in the next four years. “We’re calling on the government to invest a modest £120m in specific careers advice, to show young people exactly how promising a career in engineering can be. If we don’t do something, Britain will lose these jobs to foreign competitors.” Mobilise workmates - don’t give in to the hun!
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