Britain needs a long-term plan for energy security: an E.ON call to action
After the turbulence caused by the recent energy crisis, a new Parliament presents an opportunity for politicians and the energy sector to partner together with purpose to deliver fairer, cheaper and more sustainable energy for the people of Great Britain.
James Asser MP visits University of Greenwich to learn about its social mobility success
West Ham and Beckton MP, James Asser, visited the University of Greenwich today to learn how this particular London university is leading the way in breaking down barriers to opportunity for its students, staff and the communities it serves.
Engineering Change: Curtins and The Purpose Coalition Lead the Way in Breaking Down Barriers to Opportunity
Curtins, a leading civil and structural engineering consultancy, in partnership with The Purpose Coalition, is proud to launch the Breaking Down Barriers Impact Report at a special event at Westminster.
How the new National Lottery operator is breaking down barriers to sport
Allwyn’s summer-long ‘Paris 2024’ campaign was more than a celebration of athletic excellence; it was a powerful statement about the transformative impact of National Lottery funding on sport in the UK.
It’s time to break the silence around periods
Some issues are so ingrained in society that it is not apparent they are issues at all, despite affecting a significant proportion of the population. One such issue is the lack of comprehensive menstruation awareness in the workplace.
The Purpose Power List 2024
Welcome to the inaugural Purpose Power List, our curated list that celebrates leaders who are #leadingwithpurpose through their dedication to impact-driven work.
Five years on from the promise of levelling up, how do we smash Britain’s talent wall?
Boris promised to ‘level-up’ communities across the country, and it was in part for that reason that so many lifelong Labour supporters switched their votes for the very first time.
Socio-economic duty will bring equality of opportunity into sharp focus
Equality of opportunity can only be achieved in this country if we first identify the barriers that exist and then put in place measures that overcome them. In many cases this will require a very different way of working, and include monitoring, so real progress can be measured and made.
Seeing social impact in action in the care sector – Purpose Coalition Engagement Director, Anne Milton, visits an Anchor care home to find out how it delivers opportunity
Anne was given a tour of Linwood and its facilities, chatting with residents and care colleagues to find out about life at the care home and the range of services it offers.
Rail sector jobs are an exciting, positive destination
Southeastern Railway’s biggest ever recruitment drive aims to hire 600 new people over the next year. They’ll join a workforce that’s already over 4,500 people, responsible for delivering half a million journeys every day.
Centrica Powers Progress: Breaking Down Barriers to Opportunity and Equality
Centrica, the leading energy services and solutions company, has launched its latest Breaking Down Barriers Impact Report in Westminster, marking a significant milestone in its mission to drive social mobility, promote sustainability, and break down barriers to opportunity across the UK.
The Purpose Lab: Empowering Future Leaders to Shape a Better Business World
The Purpose Lab, from the Purpose Coalition is harnessing the potential of students from universities and colleges by giving them real world work experience in shaping responsible business strategies and social impact initiatives for some of the UK's largest businesses.
Reeves’ move beyond greenwashing will reignite trust in business
The lack of clarity on how organisations are performing - and how that is measured - has been problematic for some time. Barely a week goes by without distracting accusations of greenwashing that undermine the validity of ESG claims.
New project launched to break down barriers within accountancy
The Breaking Down Barriers to Accountancy project was launched by Chair of the Purpose Coalition and former Education Secretary Rt Hon Justine Greening, who is herself a trained accountant.
Why is there a need for growing collaboration between higher and further education in delivering the skills Britain needs?
The new Labour government has set out ambitious plans for economic growth. Instrumental to the delivery of these ambitions will be ensuring a workforce equipped with the right skills.
Breaking down the barriers to law needs action and measurement
The collaborative project by the Purpose Coalition and a group of leading law firms aims to boost social mobility and put the legal sector at the forefront of innovation in this space.
Why are living standards now this government's most pressing issue?
Donald Trump's shock return to the White House this week has shocked many. Reading the Exit Polls on Tuesday night showing in-depth voter behaviour data from across the United States, it was clear that one of the key reasons people opted to vote for Trump is that the felt worse off than they did four years ago.
Celebrating Entrepreneurial Spirit: Nisa’s Impact on Independent Retailers and Communities Across the UK
Nisa, in partnership with The Purpose Coalition, has launched the “Breaking Down Barriers to Opportunity” Impact Report, hosted in the iconic setting of Parliament.
Transforming lives and communities across the North. Because where you live shouldn’t dictate your destiny.
In the UK a stark reality persists: the postcode lottery. Too many communities are held back by systemic inequalities. At Karbon Homes, we don’t accept this as the status quo.
Dismantling Barriers, Empowering Futures: How Aldermore is Supporting Young People Today
While recent months and years have proved challenging for all of us due to the increasing cost of living, it is often the youngest generations that are struggling the most.