Budget Proposals - February 2011

Supporting Economic Growth

Published on Sunday 20th February 2011

One of the biggest challenges facing our communities in the next few years will be that of unemployment.

The number of unemployed is set to reach record levels, particularly for younger people.

Liberal Democrats are committed to working with local employers, both large and small, to encourage the take up of apprenticeships to encourage enhanced training and job opportunities for all.

Our proposed ring-fenced training fund of £250k will support funding training fees for new apprentice positions offered by employers for jobs in Wiltshire to people who live in Wiltshire.

The fund will be managed to especially support small and medium sized business to grow. By covering the costs of training for new apprentices we will help employers to develop their business and provide job opportunities at the same time.

Our increased funding will:

• Provide much needed support for employers to pay training fees for new apprentices
• Only be available for posts based in Wiltshire, and for people who live in Wiltshire.
• Contribute towards the economic growth and sustainability of our communities

Download a copy of the Liberal Democrat Wiltshire Council Budget Response