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<p>The Aviation Skills Retention Platform is being delivered in partnership with the
Talent Retention Solutions. The Platform was launched on 10 February 2021 for industry
registrations, followed by individual registrations in early March. It allows former
and current aviation sector workers who are currently out of work to register their
skills, so they can be notified of relevant job opportunities, advice and upskilling
opportunities. This platform is a tool for the future, which will aim to retain vital
skills within the industry and help address the skills gap that existed prior to the
pandemic. To date the Department provided £387,377 funding for this programme.</p><p>During
the pandemic, the Government has provided over £1.5bn in emergency support for bus
and light rail operators. This has provided funding to ensure that vehicles and staff
were provided with the correct PPE and ensured that operators did not make significant
reductions in staff numbers.</p>
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