New retail skills for Christchurch

Retail Skills Shop just the Job says FSB

The opening of a retail unit in Christchurch to be run for one week by retail students is just the job says Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). The Retail Skills Shop will open its doors in Saxon Square, Christchurch next week to give experience to budding shop owners and the FSB is delighted.

FSB Regional Organiser in Dorset, Colin Jamieson, said: "We are fully supportive of this innovative scheme which introduces the students to elements of retail by giving them hands-on experience along with the support of successful local retailers. Our High Streets and local shops are vital parts of local communities and this not only encourages young people to consider retail as a career but also gives them a head start if they choose this route for their future."

The scheme is part of a City and Guilds Level 2 course and the initiative is being undertaken by Retail Skillshop Dorset and Bournemouth and Poole College.