Erith and Thamesmead MP visits the University of Greenwich to see how it is boosting opportunity in South East London
South East London MP and Cabinet Office Minister, Abena Oppong-Asare MP, visited her local university in Greenwich today to see first-hand how it is breaking down barriers to opportunity for its students.
The Purpose Coalition and E.ON unveil blueprint to break down barriers and drive social impact and sustainable growth
Leading energy and sustainable solutions company E.ON and the Purpose Coalition unveil a blueprint for sector-specific businesses on their potential to deliver much wider social change.
Teleperformance: Championing Industry-Wide Efforts to Break Down Barriers
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.
The Hudson Foundation: Empowering Communities and Shaping Futures
Launched in 2024, the foundation represents a significant step in consolidating Hudson Contract's philanthropic activities, focusing on social mobility and community support.
The real lesson for after GCSEs is that your future is in your hands!
It’s easy for me and my friends to get caught up in the idea that GCSE results will singularly define our future.
It’s vital we keep the social mobility train moving forward, says Northern
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.
Clarity will bring much needed confidence in ESG assessments
Confidence in ESG ratings is vital if we are to place our trust in an organisation’s environmental, social and governance credentials.
My social mobility story
“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.
Purpose Coalition members celebrated for cross-sector apprenticeship success
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.
Lord Walney highlights Sodexo’s Starting Fresh programme during HMP Addiewell visit
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.
Socio-economic diversity and social mobility tops the agenda for Purpose Coalition visit to Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust
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.
PGL Beyond Partners with the Purpose Coalition to Enhance Social Mobility through the Breaking Down Barriers Commission
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.
c2c Joins the Purpose Coalition to Shape Future of Opportunity Through the Breaking Down Barriers Commission
Rail Operator c2c Joins the Purpose Coalition to Shape Future of Opportunity Through the Breaking Down Barriers Commission
Building consensus to deliver social impact: how a new partnership between government and business will drive transformative change
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
New Labour government puts Breaking Down Barriers at the heart of first Kings Speech
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 announces strategic partnership to break down barriers and drive inclusive growth
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.
Breaking Down Barriers Pledge supporters win in General Election
92% of Breaking Down Barriers Pledge supporters have been elected in the General Election
Visit demonstrates how further education institutions are creating opportunity and closing the skills gap
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.
Keir’s Country: Download our General Election Briefing
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.
Former adviser to Gordon Brown says business shouldn’t fear big Labour majority
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.