High Peak MP hosts successful Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair

On Friday 11^th April, Jon Pearce, Member of Parliament for High Peak, hosted a Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair at Buxton Pavilion Gardens. With over 50 exhibitors and hundreds of people in attendance, the event was a great success. Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, was also in Buxton to show her support to the range of industries offering attendees a chance for career development.

The Careers, Skills & Jobs Fair was designed to connect residents with a wide range of industries, employers, education providers and apprenticeship schemes. From utility companies such as Severn Trent and United Utilities to engineering companies like Street Crane and Röchling, and public services like the Army, the Police and the Fire Service, there was something for everyone at the event.

Jon Pearce MP said “I would like to thank everyone who contributed to making this day a brilliant success. With over 50 exhibitors and hundreds of people coming through the door, I know it was an enjoyable and meaningful experience for both job seekers and businesses. It was brilliant to see young people trying to get their first job as well as those well into their career looking to upskill or retrain. Everyone came together on an amazing day to build a stronger, more skilled workforce in High Peak.”

Cemex, a cement and concrete company with a quarry in High Peak, attended the event as an exhibitor and said “Cemex were delighted to attend Jon Pearce MP’s High Peak careers, skills and jobs fair. The event was a brilliantly organised and supported event and was a great success. The opportunity to bring together local employers, community groups, job seekers, and young people exploring pathways for their future was invaluable. We were glad to see so much enthusiasm and look forward to supporting Jon further in the future with his vital plans to support skills and employment across High Peak and beyond.”

The event was proudly sponsored by Breedon, High Peak Comps and the GMB Union, who’s support was vital in making the event happen. An attendee, Emma, won the prize draw for an iPad.