UK Electrical Skills Gap Deepens as Apprenticeship Starts Fall

New data from the Electrical Contractors’ Association shows electrical apprenticeship starts have fallen by 5.5%, despite rising demand for qualified electricians. With the UK needing an additional 12,000 electricians by 2030, the gap between training and employment is widening.

At Optima Electrical Training, our Pathway to Placement programme bridges the gap between qualification and employment. With centres across London, the Midlands, Greater Manchester, Scotland, Taunton and the North East, we connect learners with real on-site opportunities and support employers with work-ready trainees.

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