v THE NEXT HERALD IS OUT ON 20TH APRIL v 30th March 2023 • The HERALD • Page 61 023 8254 7600 TMT House • 12 The Marsh • Hythe • SO45 6AL enquiry@tmtlegalservices.co.uk www.tmtlegalservices.co.uk Your Local Legal Specialists WILLS & PROBATE In Person, Online and Phone Consultations Call Kelly Dawkins on 023 8254 7600 who will be able to assist you ASK A PROFESSIONAL LEP marks International Women’s Day 2023 by Promoting Equality and Diversity e Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) celebrated International Women’s Day on 8th March with a pledge of continued support for gender equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. e LEP spearheads a range of innovative projects across the Solent, including some that pave the way for women’s careers, encouraging them to consider business sectors traditionally dominated by men. It has in recent years o ered peer networks for female entrepreneurs and business leaders, while also promoting ethnic diversity inclusiveness - all with the aim of bringing economic success and job creation right across all communities in the region. Brooke Hoskins, LEP Director and Skills Lead said: “International Women’s Day is a good opportunity to highlight that the Solent LEP understands how important it is that our work recognises gender equality in the Solent and beyond. We are proud of our track record in delivering opportunities and offering support to people of all genders and backgrounds. Our Solent Careers Hub team engage with young people in the region by connecting with schools and colleges, helping them to ensure that their curriculum is relevant to the sector strengths of the local economy. We know that many girls don’t consider careers in science, technology, engineering, or maths (STEM) for example, so we are actively working to connect girls with STEM careers and introducing them to some of the women already successfully working in these sectors. We hope the Solent LEP’s work towards developing a world-class diverse talent base in the region will inspire all our young people, who are the potential future workforce, of the vast opportunities that exist in the Solent.” In January, Year 10 girls from Oasis May eld and Bitterne Park School learned more about the di erent STEM careers available on a visit to Ocean In nity, the Solent-based technology company, at an event organised by the Solent LEP Careers Hub. In March the LEP launched the Maritime Education Engagement Project, in partnership with Maritime UK Solent, to encourage more young people to consider maritime sector careers. e LEP’s general business support programmes are well-attended by women with 38% female participants in 2021: 2% above the national average. With a high proportion of women employees and a gender-balanced Board, currently led by Interim Chair Rachael Randall, the LEP is committed to shaping a prosperous future for the next generation and bringing about positive change for everyone. It is currently seeking a new Chair to help deliver its Solent 2050 vision for the region and welcomes applications from business leaders from all backgrounds. For more information please visit: https://solentlep.org.uk/get-involved/ solent-lep-chair-recruitment Military students Complete Commercial Logistics Recce at Meachers Meachers Global Logistics welcomed military students from the Defence College of Logistics, Policing & Administration (DCLPA) in Worthy Down for a recce mission to gain insight into how logistics works in the civilian world. e 16 students from the Engineer Logistics Division are studying military logistics at the college. e aim of the visit was to grow their knowledge and understanding of commercial logistics. e group was given a tour of Meachers’ warehouse facility in Nursling, Southampton, and an overview of the processes it uses. ey were shown the key equipment and so ware used to collect, store and transport consignments all around the world. ey were also given insight into communications systems and the wider supply chain pipeline for commercial logistics. Gary Whittle, Commercial Director at Meachers, said: “It was a pleasure to work with the college and open our doors to their students. The visit gave them an opportunity to see our processes up close, put questions to our team and gain a better understanding of a side to logistics that they might otherwise not get to experience. We’re always happy to partner with schools and colleges and show what it is we do and the important role our industry plays in keeping business moving.” Sgt Santosh Gurung, Trainer from the Engineer Logistics Division at DCLPA, added: “Everybody enjoyed taking part and we would like to thank the team at Meachers Global Logistics for hosting us. The visit provided a real insight into how the logistics operation functions within the civilian industry. It was a great opportunity to witness the complete supply chain process, from receiving goods to delivery and consignment tracking, which is what our students are learning about.” For more information please visit: meachersglobal.com Students from the Defence College of Logistics, Policing & Administration pay a visit to Meachers Global Logistics
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