Ms Phillipson told The Sun: “It's essential that all young people have a strong foundation in our country's rich history, and there is so much to take pride in in terms of what we've achieved as a country.
“Unless we get serious about investing in our young people and our home-grown talent, we will remain dependent on foreign labour and we've got to break that cycle and provide more training opportunities and great careers for few people here in this country.”.
“The Sun’s campaign has really shone a light on the challenge we face, but also the opportunities that are there for more young people to have the chance to get a trade.”.
“I know Sun readers want more opportunities for young people to take on a trade, but alongside that the need to reduce migration numbers.
RED tape is being slashed to train more British builders instead of relying on migrants - as the Education Secretary pledges to “make trades great again”.
