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Plans To Expand Volunteering & Training For Unemployed
Unemployed people will be able to access thousands of new volunteering and training opportunities to help them take their first steps back into work.
Apprenticeship Challenge ‘Wight 111 in 2011′
The National Apprenticeship Service is the driving force behind a new campaign ‘Wight 111 in 2011′ which aims to encourage Isle of Wight businesses to recruit 111 new apprentices on the Island in 2011.
Police Tops Poll As ‘Gay Friendly’ Force
For a fourth year running, Hampshire Constabulary has once again been named as the UK’s most ‘gay-friendly’ police force. in the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index.
ASDA Coming To Isle of Wight
Subject to planning permission, ASDA wants to open its first Isle of Wight store after agreeing a land deal with the IW Council. The retailer plans to open a 45,000 sq ft superstore with café and petrol station on land acquired from the council at St George’s Way on the outskirts of Newport.
Spending Cuts Hit Carnival Learning Centre
I have just attended a meeting this evening (9th Dec 2010) at the Westridge based Carnival Learning Centre. Because of the the Isle of Wight County Council spending cuts, the Carnival Learning Centre is in danger of being closed as a Community Carnival Learning Centre and the members of staff, tutors and volunteers, who have worked to bring the centre to fruition will be made redundant.
New Work Choice for Island People with Disabilities
Aimed at supporting people with disabilities into work, the new Work Choice employment programme has been launched on the Island by CDG – WISE Ability. The Work Choice programme was launched nationally by the government in October.
Job Cuts at Isle of Wight Council
The Isle of Wight Council today announced its expectation of an estimated loss of 535 posts. The move is a response to the current economic situation and the subsequent large reduction in money made available to local authorities.
Big Lottery Fund UKSA Opportunities
UKSA is offering seven young people the chance of a lifetime to train for a career in the maritime industry, thanks to funding from the Big Lottery Fund’s Awards for All programme. Each trainee will take part in UKSA’s Go Beyond programme.
