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# Podcast: Addressing the skills shortage in the packaging industry
- URL: https://packaging-europe.ghost.io/podcast-addressing-the-skills-shortage-in-the-packaging-industry/
- Published: 2019-04-04T08:32:00.000Z
- Updated: 2024-03-04T11:00:58.000Z
- Author: Packaging Europe staff writers
- Tags: Business, Food, Podcasts, Nestlé, Comment, Beverages, #layout-s, #type-article, #packaging-europe, #Import 2026-09-08 15:44

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## Addressing the skills shortage in the packaging industry

Bruce Funnell, head of packaging for global confectionery at Nestlé and Louise Codling, CEO of The National Skills Academy for Food and Drink, discuss the skills shortage within the packaging industry with Libby White. Hear how they are encouraging young people into the sector with a new packaging apprenticeship, reflections on career routes and whether Brexit will make an impact on the job market.

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