November 7, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

We officially launched the Social Recruitment Covenant with a landmark event attended by over 150 employers and MPs.

November 29, 2024 Posted by: Jenna

Our final SRAG Summit of the year was 'the best yet'

December 20, 2024 Posted by: Sarah

Our Head of Employer and Social Value Engagement shares her candid take on having the confidence and vision to engage with potential employees currently serving prison sentences.

December 17, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Education is a powerful tool for change. Our latest blog explores how breaking the stigma around ex-offenders and providing access to education can transform lives.

December 17, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Starting a new life in a new country comes with challenges, especially when it comes to employment. Our blog highlights the barriers refugees face in the UK job market and how support can make all the difference in finding meaningful work.

December 17, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Experience matters. Our blog explores why retaining older workers is vital for businesses, highlighting the unique skills, knowledge, and value they bring to the workplace. Discover why age-inclusive strategies are a win for everyone.

December 17, 2024 Posted by: Charlotte

Our latest blog highlights the importance of understanding and support during this week and beyond.

December 19, 2024 Posted by: Sarah

The people, places and progressive organisations making a difference in 2024.

January 6, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

How the Social Recruitment Covenant will drive UK labour market transformation in 2025 and beyond.

January 17, 2025 Posted by: Jenna

Social value is top of the agenda for our SRAG attendees at the Q1 Summit

February 18, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

Ever suspect you’ve got untapped creative talent in your team? Dyslexia might be the secret advantage hiding in plain sight. Discover how reframing dyslexia from “challenge” to “superpower” can revolutionise your workplace, boost productivity, and give you an edge. Dive into our latest post to see why 1 in 10 employees quietly hold a key to next-level innovation and how you can unleash it.

March 21, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

Proving there’s no innovation without collaboration

March 25, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

Celebrating the first SRAG Ambassador Charter Mark Award

March 28, 2025 Posted by: Charlotte

Vicky was referred to the PeoplePlus Sunderland office for the Restart Scheme on 22nd November 2024 after being out of work for just over a year. She was dedicated to securing employment in the security industry, and so, she completed both an SIA and CCTV license course and applied for roles in security, retail, and customer service. Unfortunately though, she was struggling to get responses from employers.

April 16, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

Digital poverty doesn’t just exclude, it erases. Imagine losing access to your bank, your doctor, your benefits, your job search, all because you can’t connect. For 13 million adults in the UK, that’s not hypothetical. It’s everyday life. This isn’t a slow drift. It’s a rupture. But here’s the good news: we can change it and we already are. At PeoplePlus and LearningPlus, we’re working with those living this reality. Not theorising. Doing.

April 22, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

Emma Grigson, Partnerships & Social Value Solutions Director at PeoplePlus, reflects on how the new Social Value Model and Procurement Act will drive access to good work for all.

May 7, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

Some of the UK’s best candidates never make it past the first screen. Not because they lack motivation. Not because they’re underqualified. But because old systems quietly screen them out. By postcode. By name. By a CV that doesn’t follow the ‘right’ path. And we act surprised when roles stay unfilled. If you’ve already made the shift, hiring for potential, not just polish: you’re not the problem. You’re part of the solution.

May 9, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

By adding a signature, businesses amplify their impact, close the recognition gap and connect with peers and partners driving inclusive hiring across the UK

May 12, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

If you support young people in any capacity, what are you doing differently this Mental Health Awareness week?

May 16, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

Dr Craig Corrigan on the launch of the Centre for Policy Research on Men and Boys.

May 22, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

Whether you’re building homes, running shops, delivering care or bidding for contracts the way you hire now speaks louder than ever.

June 10, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

Every day, 600 people leave their jobs to care for someone they love. That number isn’t a footnote, it’s a crisis point. We are watching a silent workforce exodus that few leaders are prepared for. One in seven UK employees is already balancing work with unpaid caring duties. And yet most employers have no visibility, no plan, and no strategy.

June 30, 2025 Posted by: Charlotte

After escaping modern slavery, David rebuilt his confidence, learned new skills, and found fair employment with support from PeoplePlus.

July 2, 2025 Posted by: Jenna

Business founder visits HMP Littlehey to offer real-world advice to learners exploring self-employment.

July 8, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

Discover why disability pride isn’t just another HR buzzword, it’s the catalyst UK businesses need to unlock fresh talent and boost innovation. From breaking down outdated stereotypes to driving engagement and retention, embracing visible, valued disability transforms inclusion from a legal requirement into a competitive advantage. Ready to move beyond checkboxes and build a workplace where everyone thrives? Read on to uncover how disability pride fills the missing piece in UK workplace inclusion and how you can get it right.

July 11, 2025 Posted by: Charlotte

When Fatuma moved to Scotland, she was ready to build a new life for her and her son. But the pandemic changed everything.

July 11, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

Reflections from the SRAG Summit in July 2025 in Bedford Sixth Form College - where employers, educators and change-makers came together to turn inclusion into long-term impact.

July 11, 2025 Posted by: Sarra

As AI Rises, We Can’t Let Inclusion Fall Behind It’s a defining moment for technology and for society. Artificial intelligence (AI) is moving fast. Investment is booming. Tools are being adopted across hiring, health, education, and public services. But as we pour time, money, and energy into AI, we’re seeing something else shrink: our collective commitment to inclusion. At a recent King’s College London panel, a simple but powerful warning was shared: DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) is going down, just as AI is going up. And if we’re not careful, the gains we’ve made on equity could be quietly erased by the systems we’re building next. This isn’t just a concern for tech companies. It’s a challenge for all of us, especially those working to create fairer opportunities in employment, education, and society.

July 15, 2025 Posted by: Jenna

Read about how Severn Trent Water scooped Gold, and what really happens at an assessment

July 16, 2025 Posted by: Charlotte

From fresh qualifications to his first full-time job, Kyran didn’t waste a single day. With help from the Restart Scheme, he sharpened his CV, boosted his confidence, and landed a Warehouse Operative role at Lidl. Now, he’s back on track, earning, saving for his future, and building a career.

August 12, 2025 Posted by: Sarah

Roman’s journey is proof of what’s possible when potential meets the right person, in the right place, at the right time - and why Rise Up is challenging us all to be five to ten percent better.