The U.K. government's plan to become a "science and technology superpower" was criticized by England's Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and other business leaders for potentially neglecting broader economic sectors and workforce development, which could hinder economic growth and living standards improvement. The leaders advocate for a comprehensive industrial strategy that not only boosts investment in R&D and high-tech sectors but also addresses issues like skills shortages and supports "everyday economy" sectors like retail and hospitality. |