. • Particular issues in skilled female representation across tech sectors • Skills Agenda is a key focus area for the Economy and Fair Work Committee on and how to address/resolve issues with the current funding models • Need to focus on building a future ready workforce, especially in the Space Sector including employing more females in tech sectors generally • Travel Sector does not sit easily within existing skills training, educational and financial support offers – they have to do most of their skills training “in house” • More rural based employers face issues around securing workforce due to availability of local secure accommodation rather than purely skills aspects • There needs to be a change in the language and messaging around promoting skills and opportunities as this reflects how they are viewed by both employers and the young people/parents themselves Mitigations / Opportunities • Modern and Graduate Apprenticeships can offer the right...