Lack of engineers in Britain has negative effect on economy

According to the New York Times, the lack of engineers in Britain is negatively affecting the country’s economy.

A recent article states that Britain’s straining manufacturing sector isn’t an attractive prospect for students in university who see careers in finance as more lucrative and prominent.

Experts say that the country needs a strong labour force right now, to try and offset the current recession it’s in.

Engineers in Britain point out the lack of support from the government, compared to countries like Germany where engineering is seen as highly prominent and many apprenticeship programs are offered, as a major factor for the decline.

Analysts state that another problem facing the industry is its image. The stereotype that it is a dirty profession, reserved for working-class, low-status citizens is held by a lot of parents that want their children to strive for a more prestigious career.

According to the Royal Academy of Engineering, more than a quarter of graduates from engineering pick jobs outside the fields of science, technology, or engineering.

STORY WRITTEN BY: NIKITA SMITH