Cogent, the Sector Skills Council for the science-based industries, and the Society of Biology (SB) have set out their joined-up approach to the implementation of the initiatives arising from Cogent’s Skills Action Plan for Growth in the UK Life Sciences. 

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) sets out the areas of joint working where it is imperative the two organisations work in a complementary manner. It also avoids any potential duplication and ensures full deployment of the Society’s extensive resources around careers and professional development.

Cogent CEO,Joanna Woolfsaid: “I’m delighted that our two organisations have set out this agreement. The Action Plan is aimed at ensuring life sciences employers have ready access to the skilled individuals they need to develop new ideas into products.  The Society of Biology has a key role to play in this, particularly in relation to its wide array of Continuing Professional Development activities.”

Mark Downs, CEO of the Society of...