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Wednesday, July 17, 2024

July News Roundup: Refugee Week, Justice Support, and Restart Scheme Events

A monthly roundup of the latest employment, justice, and health support news from the Growth Company.

Wednesday, July 17, 2024

2024 King’s Speech Roundup

King Charles III outlined the new Labour government’s legislative agenda to a joint session of Parliament on Wednesday. The King’s Speech contained 40 proposed bills, including several measures related to employment and criminal justice

Friday, July 12, 2024

How the Growth Company is Leading the Way on Net Zero

Net Zero Week is an annual campaign that aims to raise awareness about climate change and promote actions to help the UK to achieve its goal of net zero carbon emissions by 2050. The Growth Company (GC) has adopted an ambitious target to reach net zero by 2035. Find out how we're aiming to do so.

Thursday, July 11, 2024

The Growth Company Set to Deliver Creating Future Opportunities Evolution Programme in Yorkshire and Humber

The Growth Company will deliver the Creating Future Opportunities (CFO) Evolution programme in Yorkshire and the Humber from August 2024 until at least April 2027. The programme supports people in prison and people on probation, providing them with opportunities to engage in a range of activities.

Friday, June 21, 2024

Refugee Employability Programme Marks Refugee Week and Eid in Yorkshire

To celebrate Refugee Week, the Refugee Employability Programme (REP) team hosted a full day of activities in Sheffield and attended Eid In The Park in Rotherham. 

Thursday, June 20, 2024

June News Roundup: Football Fever, Volunteer Week, and Wellbeing Support

A monthly roundup of the latest employment, justice, and health support news from the Growth Company.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Football Helps People to Score Wellbeing and Employment Goals

To celebrate Euro 2024, we’ve picked three examples of football being used to help people boost their skills, improve their wellbeing, and regain their confidence.

Friday, May 31, 2024

Growth Company Employee Nominated at BBC Radio Sheffield Make a Difference Awards

Growth Company employee Susan Adzakey has been nominated for a BBC Radio Sheffield Make a Difference Award. Susan's nomination in the volunteer category recognises her incredible dedication to the wellbeing of others through various charitiable work. 

Thursday, May 30, 2024

Yorkshire and the Humber Refugee Week Event

Join the Growth Company and the Refugee Employability Programme on 19th June in Sheffield for a day of inspiring stories and good practice.

Friday, May 24, 2024

Event: Employer Voice Focus Group on the Journey to Net Zero

The Growth Company is hosting a virtual Employer Voice Focus Group from 11:00 on Tuesday, 25th June. The session, which is open to employers of all sizes and in every sector, provides a platform to influence the design of future talent attraction, skills, and employment programmes.

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

May News Roundup: Puppy Yoga, Coffee Mornings, and Free Legal Advice

A monthly roundup of the latest employment, justice, and health support news from the Growth Company.