A report published by EngineeringUK has highlighted how a comprehensive STEM education and skills strategy is essential to skilling the UK’s workforce.

The report – Advancing STEM careers provision in England: Key lessons and opportunities – looks at what is working well in careers education in schools and colleges, and what requires urgent attention.

With a rising and pressing demand for engineering and technology roles, primarily driven by the UK’s net zero goals and the increasing prominence of green jobs, there urgently needs to be a skilled workforce to fill those roles.

The report calls for a more strategic approach to careers provision in England and for greater investment in the careers system and infrastructure.

Dr Hilary Leevers, CEO of EngineeringUK, said: “We welcome the government’s creation of an Industrial Strategy Council, which we hope will develop a clear, long-term industrial strategy.

“Skills England will also be established during this parliament and should be charged...