Ex-prisoners could plug the skills gaps that many UK industries are suffering, the FT suggests. The construction sector is already leading the way, with large groups such as Keltbray, Costain, Lendlease and Multiplex operating programmes to hire former offenders. However, research by think tank Onward shows just 1% of employers have initiatives in place to recruit ex-inmates, and almost half of employers just would not employ them.
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YES THEY CAN!! Great piece in the FT featuring Nicola Inge from BITC and contributions from my Mind the Gap partners Bounce Back, Nacro, Lendlease and key stakeholders Recycling Lives. #tapintotalent #recruitfairly francesca findlater Alasdair Jackson Jessica Mellor-Clark Heather Ronan
Fact - It shouldn’t take a labour shortage for this to be a serious consideration for employers ! ???? The Wise Group led #NewRoutes programme , funded by The Scottish Government , secures employment for 15% engaged in the programme . This is encouraging, but remains far too low . We are keen to support employers across ?????????????? partnering with them to debunk the ‘myths’ and fears surrounding employment of those who’ve been in the Justice System. #transforminglives #buildingbridges #smartjustice #moreoutfewerin Alex Warren Valerie Mitchell Suzanne McWilliams Stuart McWhinnie Hamish Robertson Amanda Currie Laura Couper adrienne stewart Joanne. Farrow Gavin Gray Humza Yousaf Jamie Hepburn Rob Strachan charlie martin Russell Fallis Penelope Cooper CMgr, FCMI Neil McLachlan Stuart Patrick CBE Russell Fallis