The phrase "labor shortages" means that there is not enough available workers or employees to meet the demand or need for work in a particular industry or area.
Sentences with «labor shortages»
The early college was created partly to fill expected labor shortages in the health field. (edweek.org)
Others worry the town could face labor shortages if immigrants leave. (npr.org)
This is caused by labor shortages within the sector. (designblendz.com)