High Peak Liberal DemocratsAndrew Stunell MP, Stockport Council and the National Apprenticeship Service have joined forces to take on the challenge of securing 100 Stockport apprentices in 100 days.
The joint campaign will be launched on Friday 28th June at Aldi in Romiley, who have committed to take on apprentices within the 100 days.
Although Stockport's JSA claimant rate continues to decrease month by month and is below the North West average (NW: 4.1%; Stockport: 3.2% of the population), getting more young people into employment is a priority for the Borough. Apprenticeships are a powerful and vital tool in achieving this.
Commenting, Andrew said -
"I'm delighted that the Council has agreed to work with me to boost apprenticeships in Stockport.
My challenge to the town's businesses is to offer a hundred places in a hundred days. I'm writing to them all and letting them know of all the help and support they'll get if they do. Firms like Aldi have taken up the challenge enthusiastically, and that means more doors opening for young people. Local colleges are ready to help provide training, and there are cash incentives from the Government and the Council for employers who sign up a new apprentice. Now let's get things moving."
Stockport is currently the 3rd best Borough in the North West for apprenticeships, this ambitious campaign wants to see Stockport leading the way for the region.
2011/12 saw over 3,000 apprenticeship start ups in Stockport. An increase of nearly 1500 compared to when Labour were in Government.
For more information about apprenticeships, contact the Council's 14-19 helpline on 0161 474 2350 or email apprenticeships@stockport.gov.uk
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