We are committed to supporting local employment and skills development within the construction and retrofit sectors.
Where project scale allows, we prioritise:
Working with local subcontractors and suppliers
Supporting apprenticeships and trainee placements
Providing opportunities for skills development on live projects
By engaging local labour and supply chains, a significant proportion of project spending remains within the local economy, helping to support businesses and employment in the region.
Example outcomes that may be reported:
Percentage of local labour used
Number of apprenticeship or training opportunities supported
Local supplier engagement statistics
These measures help housing providers and local authorities demonstrate social value outcomes linked to procurement objectives.