The Prime Minister has asked MP to lead a review into how
the government can best support a thriving future UK labour
market.
Creating a highly-skilled workforce in the UK will power the
government’s mission to grow a high-productivity, high-wage
economy that builds the foundation for prosperity across the
whole country and for a sustainable solution to tackling economic
challenges like the rising cost of living.
Thanks to government action, there are now more employees on the
payroll than ever before. As we navigate the aftershocks of the
pandemic, the ‘Future of Work’ review will inform the
government’s plans to ensure the UK is equipped with the right
workforce, skills and working environment to seize the new
economic opportunities of Brexit, Levelling Up and Net Zero.
As part of the review, Mr Warman will look at how the government
could best shape our labour market so it is fit for the future,
including short and medium-term barriers and the challenges that
the labour market might face, such as the role of automation. He
is also expected to explore the role of local labour markets in
facilitating access to good jobs as we level up across the
country, as well as where skills development is most needed to
drive future economic growth.
Prime Minister said:
It’s fantastic that has agreed to take on this
important piece of work. Tackling the economic challenges of
today means helping more people into high-wage, high-skilled jobs
and this review will look at how we can equip people with the
skills they need to thrive in the workplace no matter where
they’re from.
Leading the review, MP said:
The nature of work is changing at a rapid pace and Britain is
uniquely positioned to seize new opportunities. I’m delighted to
be asked by the Prime Minister to examine how best we can do so
in the post-Covid era.
Businesses big and small have evolved how they work hugely in the
last two years, and employees today need different skills and
protections to thrive. Getting that balance right will provide
tangible economic and social benefits to both companies and
working people.
Mr Warman will work with experts on labour market policy,
including across Government, Parliamentarians, academia and think
tanks, to develop this year a detailed assessment on key issues
facing the labour market and provide a set of recommendations for
Government to consider.
Mr Warman has previously served as a Parliamentary Under
Secretary of State at DCMS, and brings a wealth of experience to
the role from a range of industries, including science, tech and
media.
The review will build on existing government commitments
(including those made in response to the Matthew Taylor Review)
to assess what the key questions to address on the future of work
are as we look to support people to progress in work with the
skills they need and grow the economy.
