Recruitment New Employment Councils to give offenders a second chance UK business leaders back new plan to employ offenders and tackle labour shortages iStock.com/Bartle_Halpin Image Jenna Lomax News Editor Monday 13 January 2025 Several leading business leaders are spearheading a major new drive to get thousands of offenders into stable jobs and away from a life of crime. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Recruitment Why “banning the box” could fill your skills gap – and help society Discrimination Preventing bias or changing its shape? The pros and cons of ban-the-box policies Recruitment Unlocking the potential of Singapore’s ex-offender population Discrimination Legal risks of terminating staff over drug use