Closing the divide in technology skills, access, opportunities and infrastructure was the topic for our latest virtual panel discussion.

Cabinet minister turned social mobility activist Justine Greening and the Conservative MP Robbie Moore launched a fresh push on the issue this month. Some firms are recruiting differently. Journalists are starting to pay attention.

In 2015, the UK played a lead role in creating the UN Sustainable Development Goals and getting them agreed by 193 countries. 

Spotlight on Professor Peter John and the University of West London

As part of its commitment to diversity and inclusion, UK law firm Shoosmiths will create new activities to drive progress on this business issue

True Potential Chief Executive, Daniel Harrison, on the urgent need to close the digital divide to keep social mobility progress on track

York St John University has received the backing of a former Cabinet minister for its work to improve people’s life chances and access to careers.

by Seema Kennedy OBE, chair of the One Planet Pledge campaign

By Professor Liz Barnes, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive at Staffordshire University

Spotlight on Penny James and Direct Line Group

Spotlight on Mary Stuart and the University of Lincoln

Spotlight on David Harrison and True Potential LLP

Spotlight on Mark Power and Liverpool John Moores University

Spotlight on Simon Boss and Shoosmiths

Spotlight on Mark Horsely and Northern Gas Networks

Spotlight on Shirley Congdon and the University of Bradford

Spotlight on Dean Finch and Persimmon Homes

To this day I remember the feeling of relief and pride when I pressed send on that warm Saturday morning, something I had worried about talking about was now something people were getting in touch to congratulate me on.

Justine Greening, the UK’s first openly gay female cabinet minister, has launched a brand new campaign called Tomorrow Tomorrow to ensure that LGBTQ+ venues can re-open once lockdown is over.