The Family Welcome Centre has become a beacon of hope for young people seeking to improve their prospects through vocational training and mentorship. By offering a surge of new workshops and resources, the centre is helping the next generation bridge the skills gap. Learn how these initiatives are providing the foundation for ultimate futures in our local communities.
In Havering, something powerful is happening right now—and it’s being built brick by brick by the next generation. While national headlines focus on unemployment rates and job shortages, over in Harold Hill, young people are getting the chance not just to train, but to thrive. Let’s unpack why this grassroots work‑experience programme matters—and why it could be a blueprint for youth success across the UK.
The Story
The Havering Council, in partnership with construction firm Bugler, has invited Level 1 bricklaying students from Rainham’s New City College to its new Family Welcome Centre site. Picture this: young people stepping onto a live construction project, suiting up in hi‑vis, walking the site with professionals, and getting hands-on with bricks, mortar, and real building challenges.
Among them were Eva Parker and Billy Nell. Eva told the Council, “I’ve learned so much about the construction industry and have gained practical experience that I know will be invaluable as
