July 8, 2026 Posted by: Charlotte

This week is National Employability Week (6th-10th July 2026), led by the charity EmployabilityUK. Each year it brings together businesses, schools, colleges and communities to celebrate talent and tackle the barriers young people face when stepping into the world of work. This year the week has gone national for the first time, with the National Employability Conference held in Birmingham on Wednesday 8th July. It runs alongside Youth Employment Week, the annual campaign led by Youth Employment UK, which shares the same dates and the same purpose: connecting young people with the employers, educators and opportunities that can shape their working lives. Today's Youth Employment Week theme is Opportunity for All, and that is exactly what this article is about.

June 29, 2026 Posted by: Jenna

We have been awarded Silver in the Armed Forces Covenant Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS), progressing from the Bronze Award we have held since first signing the Covenant.

June 25, 2026 Posted by: Sarah

50,000 people leave prison this year - will we hire them?

June 19, 2026 Posted by: Jenna

PeoplePlus named Supplier of the Year at the UK National GO Awards 2025/26

June 8, 2026 Posted by: Jodie

Carers Week 2026 recognises the millions of unpaid carers across the UK who quietly support people every day often alongside work and other responsibilities. Whether you’re a carer, know one, or employ people who may be caring, understanding the support available can make a real difference. From practical help to emotional support, carers play a vital role and this week is your chance to recognise, connect, and take action. 💡 Discover support, raise awareness, and celebrate carers in your community.

May 14, 2026 Posted by: Sarah

What does genuinely inclusive hiring look like in practice? One hundred employers spent a day in Manchester finding out.

May 5, 2026 Posted by: Jenna

PeoplePlus has been shortlisted for two GO Awards 2025/26: Supplier of the Year and Excellence in Social Value

April 30, 2026 Posted by: Jodie

As part of Active April, carers across Gloucestershire came together with our Carers Hub on Wednesday 15 April to enjoy our Carers Active Together sessions. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Gloucester Docks and Westonbirt Arboretum, the sessions offered carers and those they support the chance to get moving, connect with others, and focus on wellbeing in a relaxed and welcoming environment. From gentle walks to simply enjoying time outdoors, these shared experiences highlighted the power of coming together to reduce isolation, build connections and support both physical and mental health. Thank you to everyone who took part – we’re excited to create more opportunities for carers to stay active together.

April 27, 2026 Posted by: Sarah

A collaboration between PeoplePlus, Mitie Care & Custody and Bunzl Greenham

April 24, 2026 Posted by: Charlotte

The adult skills system in England is under pressure from all sides. Employers cannot find the workers they need. Training providers are delivering qualifications that do not always connect to real jobs. And thousands of adults complete courses each year only to find that the labour market door remains firmly closed. This is not a funding problem, nor a motivation problem. It is a structural one. Ricky Singh, our Customer Excellence and Performance Manager, writes about how a collaborative approach is essential and how by placing employers at the heart of skills provision, not as end users of talent, but as active partners in shaping it is helping tackle the issue.

April 16, 2026 Posted by: Sarah

An immersive session at RNIB’s Grimaldi House explored how employers can better support blind and partially sighted people at work.

April 16, 2026 Posted by: Jodie

Supporting carers’ health and wellbeing is essential. Through Carers Active Together 2026, carers joined us for guided walks at Gloucester Docks, Alney Island and Westonbirt. These accessible activities provided carers with opportunities to be active, enjoy nature and connect with others in a supportive, understanding environment.