Leonardo UK: A Blueprint for Inclusive Growth and Community Empowerment
In an era where technological advancements and innovation are driving societal transformation, it is vital for leading companies to assume roles that go beyond economic contributions. Leonardo, one of the UK’s leading companies in the defence and aerospace sectors, exemplifies this broader responsibility.
A New Deal for Britain’s Builders
The Labour government should start a different kind of conversation with construction and build a new relationship with our industry to drive economic growth and increase social mobility across the UK.
Optegra’s state of the art treatments reduce NHS waiting lists and restore patients’ vision
Zöe was elected on a pledge to improve local healthcare services, and the visit provided an opportunity to tour the clinic and meet patients, colleagues, and even to observe a cataract surgery procedure.
College is the most cost-effective option when it comes to real-world success
Hands up if you have a university degree. Now ask yourself the following question: if you were standing at an educational crossroads today, knowing what it took to get where you are in your career, would you still choose to sign up for the student debt that comes with a university education nowadays?
“You have to give people a chance” - how Sodexo is improving the justice system
If you think it should have a focus on rehabilitating prisoners and giving people with criminal records a chance to reintegrate into society, then Sodexo’s Starting Fresh programme offers a pragmatic way of doing so.
Later life is for living: How can more homes for our ageing population benefit us all?
We all know that we are ageing as a nation. In the last 40 years, the number of people aged sixty-five and over has increased by over 3.5 million, an increase of 52%. Today, those aged sixty-five and over make up 18% of the population, and this has huge implications for us all.
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.