Regeneration
Walsall Works shortlisted for prestigious Local Government Chronicle Award
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Walsall Works, Walsall Council’s employability team, has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2025 Local Government Chronicle (LGC) Award in the Economic Development category.
This recognition highlights the team’s dedication to supporting local residents in accessing employment, training, and apprenticeship opportunities while working closely with businesses to stimulate economic growth across the borough.
Originally launched to encourage employers to hire young apprentices, Walsall Works has evolved into a comprehensive programme providing employability support to residents of all ages.
“ I’m delighted to see that Walsall Works has been shortlisted for this prestigious award. It’s a testament to the team’s hard work and dedication in supporting local people to overcome barriers to employment and training.
The recognition highlights the importance of innovative and community-focused strategies to support local people and businesses and drive long-term prosperity. A huge well done to everyone involved “
In 2024 alone, the team supported 1,797 residents, helping 596 people secure employment and 579 access further education or training. Additionally, 91 new employers were engaged, expanding opportunities for local businesses and job seekers alike.
The programme plays a key role in delivering the Council’s economic growth objectives. By leveraging data intelligence, Walsall Works effectively targets areas of greatest need, addressing issues such as low productivity, labour market challenges, and skills shortages.
Through strong partnerships with local businesses, social landlords, training providers, and public sector organisations, Walsall Works ensures that economic development initiatives have a direct impact on residents. Notably, the team actively incorporates social value commitments into major procurement projects, helping secure local employment and training opportunities in large-scale developments, such as the Spark industrial park and the new Bloxwich Launchpad building.
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