Rachel Reeves unveiled a £600 million initiative to train up to 60,000 construction workers over four years, addressing skill shortages in the sector and supporting Labour's goal of building 1.5 million new homes. The plan responds to 35,000 job vacancies in construction, with warnings from The Independent highlighting that current schemes are unattainable due to workforce shortages. Of the funding, £100 million will be dedicated to technical colleges, while £165 million will assist other institutions in offering construction courses. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasized that skills development is crucial for economic growth, particularly within the construction industry.