Graham Chisnall, left, meets the PM
Graham Chisnall, chairman, and Alan Fisher, CEO, were able to talk to Sir Keir Starmer about their members’ companies.
They also welcomed the PM’s announcement of Skills England, a new public body that will bring together central and local government, businesses, training providers and unions to address the nation’s skills needs.
Graham said: “We had previously urged the new government to focus on innovation and skills.
“So we were pleased to hear of the emphasis that they are placing on skills with the launch a new public body.
“Our members in the aerospace, aviation, defence and space sectors – as well as their supply chains – are often frustrated by the lack of workers with the right skills.
“The teaching of STEM subjects and proper training is crucial in ensuring that the UK remains world leaders in aerospace and related areas.
“We represent a large number of key businesses – from multi-nationals to SMEs – and they are the backbone of the economy and are just the types of companies that will drive growth.
“By visiting the airshow the Prime Minister has signalled that he understands the importance of the sectors we represent.
“Billions of pounds worth of business will be done this week and we are working with our members to ensure they benefit as much as possible.”
Alan added: “FAC’s objectives include lobbying the government on their behalf of our members and introducing them to the multi-national global players.
“Farnborough International Airshow gives us an opportunity to do just that and there is a really positive atmosphere this year.”
Alan Fisher and Graham Chisnall
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About the Farnborough Aerospace Consortium:
Farnborough Aerospace Consortium (FAC) is one of the longest established aerospace and defence trade associations in the UK.
It has circa 200 members nationally and internationally to serve its membership in the south and south east of England, the heart of UK aerospace.
Through its unrivalled experience and expertise, the FAC acts as an enabler for business between large primes and the supply chain – especially SMEs.
Website: www.fac.org.uk
Phone: 07903 998058
Email: Kim.Yeomans@fac.org.uk – Or contact Ed Baker at Deep South Media on 07788392965
