Horizon scanning and scenario building: Scenarios for skills 2020 – A report for the National Strategic Skills Audit for England 2010

This report was commissioned by the UK Commission to contribute to the evidence base for Skills for Jobs: Today and Tomorrow, the National Strategic Skills Audit for England 2010. The report draws upon horizon scanning techniques, scenarios and interviews to identify the key drivers of change in the UK and globally which may impact on the employment and skills landscape in England by 2020. A further three reports were commissioned to contribute to the overall Audit these identify the strategic skills needs in the Financial Services, Bio-medical and Low Carbon sectors. We hope you find the report useful and informative in building the evidence we need to achieve a more prosperous and inclusive society.