LSC highlights benefits of investing in employees
1 April 2008 16:35
The Learning and Skills Council (LSC) has sought to highlight the benefits to businesses of investing in employees.
Jaine Clarke, the director of skills for employers at the LSC, has confirmed that businesses who invest in employee training and the development of skills are able to enjoy a number of benefits, including reduced levels of absenteeism and increases in morale.
"Individuals in the workplace always feel more loyalty towards a business that is taking [an interest and offering support]," said Ms Clarke.
"There's that natural building of a connection between the individual and the employer….So it's really important to the individual but it pays off for the employer as well."
Among the other benefits identified are the increased adoption of procedures relating to health and safety and overall improvements in productivity levels.
Operating as a non-departmental public body, the LSC began operating in 2001.
Prior to June 2007, the organisation reported to the Department for Education and Skills.
Jaine Clarke, the director of skills for employers at the LSC, has confirmed that businesses who invest in employee training and the development of skills are able to enjoy a number of benefits, including reduced levels of absenteeism and increases in morale.
"Individuals in the workplace always feel more loyalty towards a business that is taking [an interest and offering support]," said Ms Clarke.
"There's that natural building of a connection between the individual and the employer….So it's really important to the individual but it pays off for the employer as well."
Among the other benefits identified are the increased adoption of procedures relating to health and safety and overall improvements in productivity levels.
Operating as a non-departmental public body, the LSC began operating in 2001.
Prior to June 2007, the organisation reported to the Department for Education and Skills.
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