With a new government focus on the private sector's role as a key driver of social progress, Teleperformance is redefining the role of the digital business services industry by taking decisive action to break down barriers to opportunity.

Launched in 2024, the foundation represents a significant step in consolidating Hudson Contract's philanthropic activities, focusing on social mobility and community support.

It’s easy for me and my friends to get caught up in the idea that GCSE results will singularly define our future.

Northern has signed-up to a nationwide scheme committed to advancing social mobility and equal opportunities. The train operator will work with The Purpose Coalition to dismantle barriers and create a fairer society across its network.

Confidence in ESG ratings is vital if we are to place our trust in an organisation’s environmental, social and governance credentials.

“Growing up where I did in Saltney on an estate in the suburban areas of Chester, people didn’t think much of getting jobs or having a career, it was about survival”. A guest blog by Stacey Coleclough of Travelodge.

Leading Purpose Coalition members have been recognised this week for their outstanding commitment to the promotion and development of apprenticeships across a wide range of sectors.

On 31 July, HMP Addiewell in West Lothian hosted a visit from Lord Walney. The visit showcased the positive impact being created by Sodexo’s Starting Fresh programme.

By sharing best practices and learning from successful initiatives like those at Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust, the NHS can take significant strides towards a more inclusive and equitable healthcare system.

The Purpose Coalition is thrilled to announce that PGL Beyond has joined as a new partner. This exciting collaboration comes at a crucial time as the nation strives towards greater social equity.

Rail Operator c2c Joins the Purpose Coalition to Shape Future of Opportunity Through the Breaking Down Barriers Commission

An ambitious campaign to embed positive social impact in every corner of the country was the focus of a reception in Parliament earlier this week, hosted by the Purpose Coalition in partnership with Lumo and Hull Trains

The newly elected Labour government - led by Keir Starmer - has put breaking down barriers to opportunity at the heart of the Kings Speech, which set out the government’s policy platform for the coming year.

Tees Valley Business Board has today announced a new partnership with the Breaking Down Barriers Commission to help drive positive social change across Teesside, Darlington, and Hartlepool.

92% of Breaking Down Barriers Pledge supporters have been elected in the General Election

Delivering opportunities which drive societal change was top of the agenda during a visit by Breaking Down Barriers Commission Chair, Nick Forbes CBE, to its new partner, Capital City College Group (CCCG), where he saw first-hand the impact that further education institutions can have in delivering opportunity and driving societal change.

Download our Briefing on the results, find out more about Keir Starmer, who to watch in the new Parliament, and learn about his policy priorities for government.

A sizeable Labour majority may well be better for the country than a narrow win is that it will avoid Keir Starmer having to rely for support in parliament on the relatively small, yet significant, band of hard-left MPs left over from the Corbyn era.

Higher education is a gateway to opportunity. It certainly opened doors for me that I would never have been able to walk through without it. It’s the same for millions of other people whose lives have been transformed by going to university, and it’s why thousands of pupils will be working so hard this summer to get the A Level results they need so that they can also reap the rewards our world class higher education system has to offer.

The pay gap figures reflect factors that can result in a disparity in average earnings even where there is no direct discrimination against women. They still tend to be over-represented in low-paid, part-time roles, with less representation in senior roles.