Decision

RESOLVED

That the report be
noted alongside with the following recommendations:

- The council to
lobby for data collection to be standardised and as granular as
possible across London and the nation, in mind of bridging
inequalities between different ethnic groups; and

- A more integrated
and embedded model for career guidance and progression services be
developed and implemented within schools; and

- Exploring
potential for creating additional apprenticeships through the
council's capital spending, including the development of a skill
plan to ensure apprenticeship opportunities are maximised;
and

- Provide guidance
and continue to explore creative options for further incentives for
local SMEs to recruit local young people; and

- Create a
mentorship scheme or network for young entrepreneurs to learn from
established business owners across Lewisham.