Richard Parker, Mayor of the West Midlands, hosted a key roundtable with major regional employers like HSBC, BBC, Severn Trent, and JLR to tackle youth unemployment.
Parker emphasized the need for collective action to create 20,000 work and training opportunities for young people. BBC Studios aims to improve freelance visibility, while Mitchells & Butlers highlighted their award-winning apprenticeship program.
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Severn Trent’s Neil Morrison praised the Mayor’s pledge and discussed their employability outreach, offering 500 work placements. Businesses committed to collaborate with the WMCA to support young talent, driving economic growth in the region.
Impact on business owners: Initiatives could increase access to skilled labor, enhancing business growth potential and regional investment appeal.
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