1.   NTOs have come in for criticism for failing to make significant strides in plugging the skills gap.

2.   It works by identifying the key skill gaps and providing a structured approach to the delivery of the training.

3.   The government has been criticized in the past over training, that there is a skills gap between us and the rest of say the European Community.

4.   Deavenport said the skills gap makes it harder for manufacturing companies to keep pace with new technology, which demands greater math and comprehension skills.

5.   The skills gap left by unions and employers could, in theory, be filled by government.