RESEARCH shows that 1.3 million people go to work every day without the skills they require to do their job proficiently. With a skills gap so high, employers in Worcestershire and Herefordshire need to take action to ensure their business remains productive and competitive.

Train to Gain is a new national scheme, delivered through the Learning and Skills Council and Business Link, to help local employers and business owners close the skills gap through training and make their business more competitive and efficient. "Employers are increasingly investing in staff development to reap benefits that include improved staff confidence, staff motivation, higher retention rates and increased productivity," said Natalie Bourne, Business Link West Mercia marketing manager.

"The Train to Gain scheme delivers all these benefits by offering a free Organisational Needs Analysis and suggesting appropriate training solutions tailored to the individual needs of the business and its employees."

If you want your business to be a part of the world's most competitive, get involved with Train to Gain.

To register for your free Organisational Needs Analysis call 08000 754557.