Hampshire and the Solent Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) 2026 – 2029
The Hampshire and Solent Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) 2026 – 2029 sets out the region’s shared vision for skills, workforce development and economic growth over the next three years. Developed through extensive engagement with strategic partners, employers, education providers and key stakeholders, the report identifies the challenges, opportunities and priorities that will shape future skills provision across Hampshire and the Solent.
The latest plan sets out what employers have told us about the skills challenges facing the region and the actions needed to address them. The report provides a comprehensive picture of current workforce needs, emerging trends and the opportunities for employers, education providers and partners to work together to strengthen the local skills system.
Download the report to explore the evidence, recommendations and four strategic priorities that will guide skills development across Hampshire and the Solent from 2026 to 2029.
Our 4 strategic priorities
Priority 1: Improve awareness, navigation and access to the skills ecosystem.
Priority 1: Improve awareness, navigation and access to the skills ecosystem.
Improving awareness, signposting and access to make the skills ecosystem easier to navigate for employers and learners alike.
Priority 2: Strengthen employer participation.
Priority 2: Strengthen employer participation.
Strengthen and widen employer participation to ensure skills provision reflects workforce needs across all sectors of the economy.
Priority 3: Build a responsive and inclusive ecosystem
Priority 3: Build a responsive and inclusive ecosystem
Create a system that adapts quickly to economic shifts, reflecting our region’s local distinctiveness.
Priority 4: Support pathways, progression and workforce transition
Priority 4: Support pathways, progression and workforce transition
Support people throughout their careers to adapt, progress and access good jobs through strong, transferable skills and flexible pathways.
The latest Local Skills Improvement Plan sets out what employers have told us about the skills challenges and opportunities facing the region, alongside the actions needed to build a more responsive, accessible and future-focused skills system. Through four strategic priorities, the plan aims to better support people, employers and communities to succeed in a changing economy.
Delivering this ambition requires collaboration between employers, education and training providers, and wider partners, with a shared commitment to shaping solutions that meet local needs. As a living plan, the LSIP will continue to evolve alongside the region’s devolution journey, helping to create a skills ecosystem that unlocks opportunity, productivity and prosperity across Hampshire and the Solent.
Hampshire and the Solent Skills Channel
The Skills Channel is a trusted resource for employers, providing access to the latest labour market intelligence, in-demand skills trends, sector insights, LSIP reports and project updates. It also offers practical guidance on training and workforce development opportunities, including apprenticeships, Skills Bootcamps and other initiatives designed to help businesses invest in skills.
Designed with employers in mind, the Skills Channel supports businesses in identifying skills gaps, developing their workforce and understanding the training options available to meet current and future skills needs. Whether you’re planning for growth, addressing recruitment challenges or preparing for future industry demands, the Skills Channel provides the insights, resources and guidance to help your organisation succeed.
The Hampshire and the Solent LSIP Statement:
Hampshire and the Solent’s thriving economy is built on the talent, skills and ambition of its people, creating opportunities for businesses to grow and succeed. Through the Local Skills Improvement Plan, we are bringing employers together with education, training and wider partners to ensure business needs are heard, understood and acted upon. We encourage employers to get involved, share their priorities and help shape the skills our region needs for the future. Together, we can unlock talent, boost productivity and support long-term growth across Hampshire and the Solent.”
– Ross McNally, CEO of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce
The Hampshire and Solent LSIP Statement:
Hampshire and the Solent’s thriving economy is built on the talent, skills and ambition of its people, creating opportunities for businesses to grow and succeed. Through the Local Skills Improvement Plan, we are bringing employers together with education, training and wider partners to ensure business needs are heard, understood and acted upon. We encourage employers to get involved, share their priorities and help shape the skills our region needs for the future. Together, we can unlock talent, boost productivity and support long-term growth across Hampshire and the Solent.”
– Ross McNally, CEO of Hampshire Chamber of Commerce
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