What works in terms of increasing the diversity of people choosing maritime careers? Which are the most valuable and transferable lessons from other STEM led sectors in identifying barriers and solutions to make maritime careers highly desirable for all?

Background

The grow and level up the economy strategic priority is at the heart of the government’s agenda to spread opportunity across the UK. Transport has a crucial role to play, whether it be through improving connectivity across the United Kingdom and growing the economy by enhancing the transport network, on time and on budget. DfT has a number of specific interests in this space, notably our infrastructure projects, Places for Growth and our apprenticeships and skills work.

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