A powerful aspect of the LSIP has been the galvanising effect it’s had on stakeholders and partner organisations across Essex.  There continues to be an overwhelming collaboration of our colleges, providers, employers, and local authorities. With everyone working towards a common aim and clarity on local skills priorities, we are increasingly leveraging more funding, informing local provision, and helping to shape new resource and activity far beyond the original scope. We are proud to say that this local collaboration has been particularly strong in Essex and was even remarked on by former Skills Minister Robert Halfon MP in Westminster
 

    Sector Groups have been set up of which many Essex businesses are participating. 
    New LSIF facilities in colleges to be completed by March 2025 
    Green Skills Hub to launch in June. 
    Apprenticeship toolkit to launch in Summer 2024
    Employer Toolkit to launch in Summer 2024   
    New digital solution for careers to be rolled out in Essex. 
    Launch of new CEIAG platform creating virtual environments for students 
    Launch of ‘Building a Lasting Legacy’ construction programme – September 24 (led by industry)
    Spotlight on Success 

Through such initiatives, Essex is truly leading the way and that entrepreneurial spirit continues to shine!  It is important to acknowledge that the work set out in the LSIP is still in its early stages as we are just nine months into a 3-year plan, so there is much still to achieve. 

Many thanks to all who are participating in the work that is taking place.

The LSIP Team