Aiming higher

摘要

This year has seen a record number of vacancies at universities, with some commentators comparing clearing to the football transfer window. In the scramble to bag a place, the question for parents and students remains - is all the time, trouble and money involved in going to university worth it? It is also a question for local authorities. Enhancing skills and employment opportunities is a priority for London local government. All boroughs recognise that to secure local economic growth, there must be a workforce which suits business needs.