Discover the NHBF Careers at the Cutting-Edge report, a ground-breaking study released in May 2022. This independent report, authored by Pragmatix Advisory Ltd for NHBF, sheds light on the pressing issues within the hair & beauty sector. 

Drawing insights from 570 businesses and in-depth interviews, it unveils a concerning skills crisis impacting qualifications, training, recruitment, retention, and financial aspects. 

During its launch, we engaged with approximately 20 sector and education organisations, including the Department for Education (DfE), the Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE), and the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), to explore the report's recommendations and chart the way forward.

Read the full report here