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13/12/2012
Skills Minister Urges Adults To Improve Basic Maths And English For Jobs
In some areas of the country around a quarter of adults have the numeracy skills of a seven to nine year old, or below, according to Skills for Life .
Skills for Life examines the maths, English and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) levels of 16-65 year olds across England.
The latest findings found that in some areas, around a quarter of adults have the numeracy skills of a seven to nine year old or below. In Yorkshire and the Humber, the West Midlands and the South East, there was a boost in literacy skills.
Commenting on the survey, Skills Minister Matthew Hancock said that adults with poor English and maths skills should make the most of free Government help.
He said: "Good English and maths are vital for getting a job and playing a full part in society. We have doubled the funding for adult English and maths because they are so important.
"I would urge anyone who is struggling to take advantage of the provision that is on offer which now includes maths and English GCSEs for adults who missed out the first time round.
"These essential skills are the building blocks of a productive society and a thriving economy. I am determined that everyone - no matter where they live - should have the chance to achieve their very best."
Adults wanting to brush up on their maths, English and ICT skills can contact the National Careers Service for advice or call them on 0800 100 900 for information on courses available via the National Careers Service course directory.
(GK)
Skills for Life examines the maths, English and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) levels of 16-65 year olds across England.
The latest findings found that in some areas, around a quarter of adults have the numeracy skills of a seven to nine year old or below. In Yorkshire and the Humber, the West Midlands and the South East, there was a boost in literacy skills.
Commenting on the survey, Skills Minister Matthew Hancock said that adults with poor English and maths skills should make the most of free Government help.
He said: "Good English and maths are vital for getting a job and playing a full part in society. We have doubled the funding for adult English and maths because they are so important.
"I would urge anyone who is struggling to take advantage of the provision that is on offer which now includes maths and English GCSEs for adults who missed out the first time round.
"These essential skills are the building blocks of a productive society and a thriving economy. I am determined that everyone - no matter where they live - should have the chance to achieve their very best."
Adults wanting to brush up on their maths, English and ICT skills can contact the National Careers Service for advice or call them on 0800 100 900 for information on courses available via the National Careers Service course directory.
(GK)
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