"All people, especially the young should be given every opportunity to progress and develop skills whether social or work related.
The Young People's Service is a very important part of embracing and channeling strengths that all people have. These are often overlooked by sectors of the industry if academic results are not achieved to society's percieved standard.
Michael is a good example of having good communication and mechanical "hands on" skills. He is eager to learn and is always actively busy. Moving him around the company into different areas enables both parties to discover what his main strengths are and how they could be used to benefit him when he makes that big move away from school life."
Mark Barratt, Moving Light Manager, PRG Europe.
"I was just like Liam, I hated school but that didn't stop you from getting on in life if you are prepared to work hard like Liam is. He's a keen, enthusiastic apprentice who's doing very well."
David Jones, MD, Harold-Jones Services
"The Officer is really great, very focused, committed and most supportive"
Dudley Borough
"I would like to thank you for your continuing support in tackling anti-social behaviour. With your help, we have reached young people at risk from exclusion who are potentially on the fringes of criminal activity. Through our joint initiatives there has been a noticeable improvement in the awareness of the young people in regard to their social skills and impact of their behaviour on the community. I look forward to continuing and expanding the work with Shaw Trust in this area.
Woodgate Valley Community Fire Station, Bartley Green, Birmingham.
