Businesses and policymakers have recently embraced a “skills-first” hiring approach, which judges job applicants primarily on their talents rather than on their traditional education or certification, in an effort to reduce the skills gap. According to data released last month by the European Trade Union Institute, Europe is still experiencing a labour shortfall three years after the pandemic began. However,
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In addition to cost increases, the scarcity of skilled labour is becoming a bigger concern for European businesses than it has ever been. In a historically tight labour market, businesses across the continent bemoan their growing inability to recruit employees. While member nations are exploring easing visa rules for workers from third countries, some respond by offering better working conditions.
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Participants in a symposium on vocational orientation on Thursday (4 May) emphasised the need to lessen gender bias in professional choices and noted that the skills deficit in Germany is particularly acute in professions that are generally subject to gender clichés. The government is attempting to address the severe labour shortages that exist in Germany, notably in industries like IT
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