As George Osborne announced his Autumn Statement on Wednesday 6 December, BBC South Today broadcast live from Newbury College. Broadcaster Alistair Fee interviewed Dr Anne Murdoch with regard to growth strategies and investment into the construction industry.
The College was the ideal location for the feature as it has recently launched its new state of the art Construction Skills Centre. Dr Murdoch explained how the new construction centre would benefit young people with training opportunities using industry standard equipment and industry-experienced lecturers. Learners will gain the skills needed for the future growth of West Berkshire housing and construction development projects.
The Government's economic strategy is focused on reducing the deficit, restoring stability, rebalancing the economy and equipping the UK to compete in the global race. In his statement, George Osborne set out how this strategy will be maintained by taking further action in three areas: Protecting the economy; Growth; and Fairness.