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Leyland SDM partners with Barnardo’s to build hope
Leyland SDM has partnered with Barnardo’s and its Building Hope Academy to offer six young people 30 hours of work experience at its Streatham and Dulwich stores. The Building Hope Academy is designed for young people aged between 16 and 24 with an Educational Health Care Plan, who are not in education, employment or training.
Rebecca Knowles, children’s services manager at The Building Hope Academy, said: “We are
so grateful to Leyland for their support, not only in offering six of our learners work placements but also for their generous donation of building products.
“We work with young people who tend to be furthest away from the labour market, many of whom have complex needs and situations. “We’re backed by a range of employers who support our learners with placements, workshops and CV writing skills. “Our six learners have really
enjoyed their time with Leyland. For many of them, it was their first experience in the workplace and will really increase their confidence.” Leyland has also provided around £6,000 worth of products for teenagers to use during their Construction Skills training. Martin Hastings, CEO at Leyland SDM, said the company was delighted to help the Building Hope Academy. “This is an excellent project and we have really enjoyed having this group
Selco Builders Warehouse has announced its re-launch of its popular Community Heroes competition, which awards communities and charities with the chance to improve their facilities by winning a share of a £10,000 prize.
Selco relaunches Coomunity Heroes programme Alison Wong, head of
communications and sustainability at Selco, said: “We’re delighted to announce the return of Community Heroes as we strive to support good causes across the country.
It is the fourth time the builder’s merchant has supported good causes across the country through Community Heroes, with £36,000 in cash and building materials already won by groups from Northumberland to Cornwall.
“For many much-loved groups, maintenance and building work has been put on the backburner as there simply is no money left in the budget. Community Heroes support can make a massive difference and help these organisations to carry out tangible, long-lasting
Forterra supports fourth annual London Apprenticeship challenge
Building products manufacturer Forterra supported the running of the fourth annual London Apprenticeship Challenge, hosted at Lewisham College. The Forterra London Apprenticeship Challenge took place over six hours and saw 15 London-based apprentice bricklayers competing in teams of three,
including the competition’s first all-female team, to show off their newly learned skills. A selection of challenges designed by Peter Roberts from Throwing in the Trowel test the apprentices’ practical skills, time management and ability to fulfil a brief.
As part of Forterra’s Construction Hub programme the competition uses Forterra’s donated iconic London Bricks.
Adam Smith, Commercial Director at Forterra said: “We place great importance on education at Forterra and are delighted to provide opportunities to support upcoming bricklayers through our London Apprenticeship Challenge. “It was amazing to see the amount of talent showcased by the apprentices and we can’t wait to see what next year brings.”
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improvements to their facilities.
“We would welcome entries from any group that benefits the local community, whether that’s a scout group, a grassroots sports club,
a community centre or anything similar.”
Over the course of six months, 12 winners will benefit from £500 to spend at their nearest Selco. A public vote will follow, with one overall winner bagging £5,000 in cash and a runner-up
of young people in Streatham and Dulwich. I know they have found the experience valuable. “We were keen to help the charity further so decided to donate a wide range of materials that will improve their practical lessons no end.
“Giving back to the local community and helping people better themselves is a key part of our ethos.”
awarded £1,000. The scheme is open to any charity or group which is at the heart of its local community and entry can be made by explaining in no more than 100 words how the building materials or money would be used to benefit members.
The previous three winners of the competition were Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice, Helping Homeless Veterans and North Bristol RFC
Covers sponsors the Sussex Heritage Trust Awards
Covers Timber and Builders Merchants is continuing its support of the prestigious Sussex Heritage Trust Awards for the ninth time. The awards
celebrate excellence
in conservation, restoration, and the design of newly built projects, while also advocating for the utilisation of traditional skills and crafts.
Henry Green, managing director of Covers, commented: “As a company with a rich history spanning over 175 years, Covers understands the importance of preserving our architectural heritage and promoting the use of traditional skills and crafts. We are delighted to continue our longstanding association with the Sussex Heritage Trust Awards, which provide a platform to showcase excellence in these areas, ensuring that valuable expertise is not lost.”
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