£60m growth fund to address IT skills gap

For example, HP and De Montfort University launched a new IT degree in October. The course will cover technical skills just as cloud computing and virtualisation.

Few weeks ago

A few weeks ago, innovation trade association CompTIA as well launched a global cloud computing qualification, developed with input from Microsoft, Google and IBM. It is aimed at helping current IT professionals, maybe reducing the need for new recruits.

"The government understands that we need to tackle the skills shortages that are holding companies back. Through this fund, we will support employers that take collective action to overcome these barriers, helping to rebalance and grow our economy," said business secretary Vince Cable.

Minister for furthermore education, skills and lifelong learning John Hayes added that government intervention must be in tune with businesses.

"Offering a more continuous process will ensure that public money will be able to fund more projects throughout the year, giving business the power to shape training and directly support jobs and growth."