Building Second Chances: Construction Employer Engagement at HMP Moorland
On 17th November, HMP Moorland hosted a highly successful Construction Employer Engagement Event in collaboration with Galliford Try, aimed at connecting skilled and motivated individuals within the prison population to potential employment opportunities in the construction sector. The event brought together leading employers and key supply chain partners, creating a platform for meaningful dialogue about careers in construction and the value of second chances. It was well attended by men who are due for
Hundreds of UK Businesses Unite to Give Prison Leavers a Fresh Start
From cells to careers: A nationwide hiring drive is cutting crime and boosting opportunity. The UK Government has announced a major crime-reduction initiative aimed at helping prison leavers secure employment and turn their lives around. Over 300 leading British businesses—including Greggs, Iceland, and Kier—have joined the hiring drive to fill labour shortages and reduce reoffending. A new digital job-matching tool will soon be rolled out across prisons in England and Wales, connecting inmates with