Prime Minister Theresa May today (23 January) unveiled an industrial strategy designed to boost the post-Brexit UK economy. Following the announcement, Rob Cotton, CEO at NCC Group, commented:

'There is much to welcome in today's announcement regarding the government's new industrial strategy.

'We have long been a champion of STEM education and skills to help plug the digital skills gap that poses a significant challenge to many forward-thinking companies when it comes to recruitment.

'The measures announced today are an encouraging addition to the many other initiatives from both the public and private sector.

'As global organisation that is proud of its Manchester roots, it is also encouraging to see a further £556m investment in the Northern Powerhouse and investment into science, research and innovation, building on areas of global excellence.

'I urge business leaders from across the north to respond to the government's consultation in order to ensure the strategy is fit for purpose and delivers real benefits to our region.'

ENDS

Published date: 23 January 2017

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