Local Labour Market Information (LMI)

The need for LMI:

• Knowledge and understanding of how the labour market functions is at the centre of career practice
• Crucial for making sense of changing economic circumstances

The importance of LMI in Practice

• Careers education, information, advice and guidance need to reflect the changing labour market
• Helps people navigate an increasingly complex labour market and make sense of the maze of opportunities
• Contributes to an informed careers decision

The Lancashire Skills & Employment Hub have developed and created a range of evidence based reports and resources. The links to these can be found here:

Labour Market Information by Travel to Work Area:

Priority Sector Studies & Factsheets

The following sectors have been identified in Lancashire due their high replacement demand and significant growth potential:

Priority Sector Studies & Factsheets