Community Challenges

Employment

Engage — Act — Deliver

Good work, fair pay and real progression — close to home. That should not be a luxury.

Context

What is happening.

Too many residents commute long distances for insecure work, while local employers struggle to fill skilled roles. The mismatch is fixable.

Challenges

What we face.

Pockets of long-term unemployment and underemployment
Limited progression from entry-level into skilled work
Insecure hours and low pay in too many sectors
Digital and language barriers for some residents

Opportunities

What we can build on.

Growth in health, logistics, green industries and digital
Strong small-business base in East Birmingham
Major regeneration projects within commuting distance

Solutions

Practical, community-led steps forward.

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Local job brokerage tied to anchor employers
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Targeted retraining for residents in declining sectors
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Stronger childcare and transport support to remove barriers to work

Other issues

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Youth Opportunities

Every young person in East Birmingham deserves a fair start, a clear pathway and an adult who believes in them.

Skills and Education

Excellent schools and lifelong learning are the engine of every successful community.

Health Inequalities

Where you live in Birmingham should not decide how long you live.