Employment and learning organisation, People 1st is understood to have fallen into administration. Following this news, UKHospitality has made the following comment
UKHospitality Chief Executive, Kate Nicholls said, “This is unfortunate news for the sector and everyone involved with People 1st. First and foremost, our sympathies are with everyone at People 1st and we appreciate the very valuable work they have been doing for the hospitality sector.
“UKHospitality is ready and able to step into the space and support in any way we can, to provide some continuity until a permanent solution is found. Above all, the Government needs to be aware of the issue and ensure that its future actions do not undermine the development of skills in the sector and put the country’s valuable hospitality businesses at a disadvantage.
“This now throws into sharp relief the extremely pressing need for skills to be prioritised as part of a sector deal for UK tourism, of which the hospitality sector is a crucial part. In the meantime, we need a Brexit immigration policy that will give the sector time to address its skills and labour needs.'