Local Skills Improvement Plan

A plan for building skills based on employers' needs.

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Local Skills Improvement Plan

A plan for building skills based on employers' needs.

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Take our Skills Survey

Ensure local training reflects your business needs.

View the Reports

Understand local skills needs.

What is the Local Skills Improvement Plan?

Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) is a statutory, employer‑led plan that sets out the key skills needs in a local area and the changes required in post‑16 education and training to better meet those needs and support economic growth.

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How does it work?

An LSIP is broken down into 3 stages:

Identify local skills needs

Agree priorities and address these

Implement changes, monitor and review

An LSIP runs for three years in each area and is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure the improvement plans remain relevant to the skills needed. This is funded by the UK Government.

The Chamber's Role

The West & North Yorkshire Chamber of Commerce leads the delivery of the Local Skills Improvement Plan as the designated Employer Representative Body, working with Combined Authorities to ensure skills provision reflects employer needs and drives real change, supported by strong collaboration across education providers, partners and stakeholders.

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West Yorkshire LSIP

Learn how we're shaping the future of West Yorkshire's businesses.

York & North Yorkshire LSIP

Learn how we're developing new skills for York & North Yorkshire.

How do they benefit businesses?

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LSIPs help businesses access the skills they need by shaping training provision, aiming to improve recruitment and retention, and creating a stronger pipeline of job‑ready talent.

Support for skills in your area

Getting involved in skills ensures businesses can shape training to meet their needs, helping them access the talent required to grow and stay competitive.

Find out more through the employer guide. 

Contact skills@wnychamber.co.uk for further information or tap into some of the resources shown below:

Useful Information

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Skills Survey

Ensure local training reflects your business needs.

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Reports

Access relevant reports.

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