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82%
82% -- skills gap rate for manufacturing sector respondents (2026)
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82%
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Percentage
Data Vintage
2026
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B
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95
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50
Citation Chain
90
Independence
30
Methodology
45
Freshness
86
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ManpowerGroup
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Tier A
https://www.manpowergroup.co.uk/b_navigating-the-challenges-of-the-manufacturing-job-market/ ↗
Source Article
Navigating the challenges of the manufacturing job market - ManpowerGroup Insights
Navigating the challenges of the manufacturing job market
In the dynamic landscape of the UK manufacturing industry, talent acquisition and retention persist as critical challenges for employers. A recent survey conducted by Manufacturing Management and Manpower unveils valuable insights into the cu…
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ManpowerGroup
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Survey conducted by Manufacturing Management and Manpower
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manufacturing sector respondents: 82% skills gap rate. Source: ManpowerGroup (2026). Via Lighthouse Intelligence -- https://lighthousedata.io/data/skills-gap-reporting-2026
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