Saxony's Handcraft Sector Demands Educational Reform Amid Workforce Shortage

The call for improved vocational training and reduced class cancellations highlights the urgent need for government action.

The Saxon Handcraft Association is urging the new state government to prioritize education funding to tackle the growing skilled labor shortage.
Oberschulen and vocational schools are being pushed to become 'talent forges' with better resources and teaching staff.
A record 1.7 million school hours were missed in the 2023/2024 academic year, raising concerns about future vocational training outcomes.
Two-thirds of vocational school teachers are expected to retire by 2030, exacerbating the need for new educators.
Economic uncertainty persists in Saxony's handcraft sector, with high costs and bureaucratic hurdles impacting business confidence.