Carolyn Fairbairn speaks on the impact Brexit is having on the Welsh economy, as well as the changing nature of work in Wales.
The need to secure a Brexit deal, the economic opportunities afforded by technology, and the role of schools and colleges in training the workforce of the future were the main topics addressed in Carolyn Fairbairn’s remarks.
Guests also heard from Karen Phillips, Principal & Chief Executive of event sponsor Coleg y Cymoedd, and Wayne Harvey, CBI Wales Chair. ITV’s Brexit Correspondent Carole Green facilitated a Q&A.
On Brexit and securing a deal, CBI Director-General Carolyn Fairbairn said:
“So many businesses here in Wales are full of optimism and enthusiasm. They want to be talking about – and acting on – Welsh strengths. To signal that Wales is open for business. But desperately want to put an end to uncertainty.
“And I think there is a myth out there – in our national conversation. That no-deal would put an end to ongoing indecision. That it would be a clean break, a moment of action. But the re
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