FabSpeed continues to support ex-offenders with employment initiative
In partnership with the New Futures Network and the UK Government’s Release on Temporary Licence (ROTL) scheme, Fabspeed has supported over 35 individuals, helping them transition from prison to the workplace.
FabSpeed’s industry-leading Watlington facility is proud to announce the continued success of its ex-offender employment scheme, which has been running for the past four years. In partnership with the New Futures Network and the UK Government’s Release on Temporary Licence (ROTL) scheme, FabSpeed has supported over 35 individuals, helping them transition from prison to the workplace. Currently, five ex-offenders are employed under the scheme, with the Company having supported up to six at any one time over the years.
This initiative reflects FabSpeed’s commitment to providing a second chance to individuals nearing the end of their sentences, offering meaningful employment opportunities that aid in their rehabilitation and reintegration into society. The company’s work aligns with the wider goals of the ROTL program, which helps prisoners on day release from prison gain valuable work experience, thereby reducing the likelihood of reoffending.
FabSpeed’s support for ex-offenders through this initiative is a vital part of its corporate responsibility and aligns with Michelmersh’s broader values of fostering trust, community, and rehabilitation. By employing individuals on ROTL, FabSpeed is providing a lifeline that not only helps to rebuild lives but also contributes to reducing reoffending rates across the country.
The impact of schemes like these is significant, with studies indicating that prisoners who have stable employment post-release are up to 70% less likely to re-offend. The New Futures Network, which works with businesses like FabSpeed to unlock these opportunities, highlights that employment is a key factor in rehabilitation.
FabSpeed looks forward to continuing its involvement in this vital work, contributing to a safer, more inclusive society by offering ex-offenders a second chance at life.
Mohammed Brennan is a British author, freelance writer, and journalist based in Leicester, England. He has contributed articles and columns to local publications, including The Leicester Mercury, covering arts, culture, and various other topics.
