35% of UK security leaders cite competition as cause of skills shortage

The skills gap emerged as the most significant challenge for U.K. businesses, with 80% of IT leaders struggling to find qualified talent amidst economic uncertainty and technological advancements.

31% of respondents indicated that academic institutions are lagging behind industry needs, which leads to insufficient numbers of qualified candidates entering the job market.

A significant number of U.K. IT leaders—30%—believe the lack of practical training in schools fails to prepare graduates for the demands of entry-level roles.

Over a third of respondents—35%—assert that competition from larger tech companies creates a significant hurdle in filling roles, as these firms attract many skilled professionals.

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