Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland LSIP

What is a Local Skills Improvement Plan?

In September 2022, FSB was commissioned by the UK Government’s Department for Education to undertake Local Skills Improvement Plans (LSIPs) for the Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland area. LSIPs are a key part of achieving the aim set out initially in the Skills for Jobs White Paper, which looked to put employers more firmly at the heart of the skills system. The goal is to ensure businesses and people have the skills they need to thrive and progress.

We understand how important it is for post-16 technical education and training to be more closely aligned with the skills needs of local employers and the local economy. Throughout the remainder of 2022 and into 2023 our team consulted far and wide with employers, employer representatives, key education providers, stakeholders and many others. The aim was to fully understand barriers and opportunities and transform local skills provision with employers’ needs at the very heart of the system.

The range, availability and level of key workforce skills, plus work readiness, has been a significant challenge and frustration for employers in Greater Lincolnshire for many years, so this project and plan is our collective chance to make the right changes. This is not a talking shop – this activity will generate real action through the LSIP which will benefit all local employers.

The LSIP report for Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland

The LSIP report for the region has been approved by the Secretary of State for Education. The plan sets out the local context, assesses current issues and challenges plus future economic and occupational opportunities and provides actionable priorities for change. The report also places a focus on the Engineering and Construction sectors across the region.

The report and annex documents can be found below.

Local Skills Improvement Plan for Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland

LSIP report for Greater Lincs and Rutland

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The reports form Stage 1 of the LSIP. We are now commencing Stage 2 which runs until March 2025. This is where we will work with local providers, employers and other stakeholders to progress the actionable priorities and implement the proposed changes.

We would like to thank all employers, training providers and stakeholders that have taken place in the research for Stage1 of the project.

Employers’ Guide to the Local Skills Improvement Fund

Employers across Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland have identified skills gaps between the classroom and today’s modern workplace through the Local Skills Improvement Plan. This guide tells you everything you need to know about how our further education learning providers are actively closing them and responding them. The guidance provides an understanding of the LSIP, the Local Skills Improvement fund and the Lincolnshire Skills Partnership; how the LSP is putting your priorities into action and showcasing the amazing projects our education partners are actioning. The guide can be downloaded below.

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Activity for 2024

LSIP events and engagement for Greater Lincolnshire and Rutland are listed below.

Tue, 3 December 2024

Local Skills Improvement Plan Quarterly Workshop - Boston

Get more involved with the Local Skills Improvement Plan for Greater Lincolnshire & Rutland. Come along for updates on progress and priorities, contribute to vital skills discussions and help influence the next steps for local skills development.

Boston United Football Club, East Midlands