LSC announces £4.8m skill funding for Merseyside companies
11 May 2009
Liverpool, UK - The Learning and Skills Council has announced £4.8 million in funding to help ensure that businesses on Merseyside have the necessary skills to survive the downturn and are prepared for future growth.
The funding has been made available through the LSC and European Social Fund to support companies which are re-structuring their business as a result of current economic conditions. The support package is being delivered by local training provider - Sysco.
Up to £90,000 is available to companies for bespoke training needs dependent on the company contribution. Support is available to Merseyside's large and small companies who have a clear need to-up-skill employees following restructuring or as a result of new investment.
Helen France, director of area at the Learning and Skills Council Greater Merseyside, said: "This programme will offer bespoke training that responds to the individual needs of employers. Our aim is to provide a rapid response to businesses on Merseyside ensuring that they are not only equipped for more difficult economic conditions but have the necessary skills base in place to capitalise on the upturn when it comes."
Businesses wanting to know how to access the funding should visit the website: www.allmerseyside.net or contact Train to Gain Brokerage Service direct on 0845 00 66 888
