The construction industry has:
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an unskilled/qualified workforce
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a shortfall of entrants, and
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a poor image as a sector and as a career choice
Despite these negatives, the construction industry contributes about £18 billion or 10% of the regions Gross Domestic Product (GDP) which is predicted to grow.
In Eastbourne
Locally, Eastbourne has an extensive amount of construction work due. Economic Development has recognised this as an economic opportunity to grow professional businesses and upskill residents.
An Eastbourne Construction Partnership was formed to work together to make the most of this opportunity.
The Partnerships main initiative was the Eastbourne Construction Training & Employment Charter. All businesses and developers were encouraged to sign up to commit to the principals of the Charter to retain construction economic opportunities within the area.
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The initiative has been superseded by other initiatives:
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Build East Sussex
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Local Employment Partnerships
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Buy Local Eastbourne
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Business Reviews from Business Link Sussex, and
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Training Reviews from Train to Gain
