The nature and level of skills, and the educational achievements that people have, are crucial determinants of their prospects of getting and sustaining employment.  In order to compete effectively, South Lanarkshire's economy needs to have a labour supply which is well trained and qualified and that meets the needs of a modern economy.

Each development theme has a number of key priorities which have been identified and indicative actions agreed across the Partnership.

Key document(s):

• Developing the Young Workforce - Scotland's Youth Employment Strategy
• Skills Development Scotland Corporate Plan - Making Skills Work for Scotland 2015-2020