More funding needed to boost construction jobs for young people, housing boss says
Summary
A housing association leader says more money and a long-term plan are needed to offer more jobs and training in construction for young people. The construction industry is facing a shortage of workers, and schemes like Academi Adra help young people gain skills and experience but need more funding to expand.Key Facts
- Iwan Trefor Jones, CEO of Adra, says collaboration and funding are needed to create job opportunities for young people in construction.
- Academi Adra had 108 applicants for only six available trainee positions recently.
- The Welsh government plans to launch new apprenticeships later this year to improve construction skills.
- The Federation of Master Builders says the construction sector needs 2,200 more workers every year to meet demand.
- Construction manager Steven Walker highlights the importance of training young people due to an aging workforce.
- Academi Adra has supported 230 young people since it started in 2021, combining classroom learning with hands-on work experience.
- The proportion of young people in Wales not in education, employment, or training (NEET) has risen to 17%, reaching levels last seen in 2013.
- Elin Williams from Adra says more external funding is needed to expand training schemes to meet demand.
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