The document summarizes a meeting of education representatives from various institutions in Thurrock to discuss skills development in the local population. It notes that while Thurrock has high employment, many jobs are low-skilled and low-wage. Reports indicate Thurrock has potential for economic growth but lacks a skilled workforce. The group discussed visions for improving educational participation and progression routes between schools, further education and adult learning to build skills and engage employers to meet future business needs.

1. PURE Study Visit – 6 March 09 Wendy Barnes, South East Essex College Bob Mack – University of Essex Sheila Salmon – Anglia Ruskin University Maureen Wilcox – Thurrock Learning Partnership Ray Wilkinson , University of East London

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