Get Berkshire Working

A bold call to action for inclusive growth.

The plan aligns with the government’s goal of reaching an 80% employment rate by tackling six key national challenges:

1. Disparities in labour market outcomes.
2. Exclusion from the labour market.
3. Youth employment.
4. Insecure and low-quality work.
5. Challenges for women.
6. Employer vacancies.

What makes it “Get Berkshire Working”?

The Get Berkshire Working Plan translates these national priorities into a local, place-based approach. It focuses on:

• Addressing specific employment barriers within Berkshire communities.
• Bringing together local authorities, employers, training providers and support organisations.
• Designing targeted interventions that reflect local economic conditions.
• Supporting residents into sustainable, good-quality jobs.

Why it matters

Rather than a one-size-fits-all national policy, this plan ensures that Berkshire can:

• Respond to local workforce needs.
• Support inclusive economic growth.
• Improve outcomes for groups who are underrepresented in the labour market.

In simple terms

It’s Berkshire’s local action plan to help more people get into work, stay in good jobs and support businesses in finding the workforce they need - while contributing to the UK’s wider employment goals.