Peter J Lawrence OBE

Retired - previously Chief Exec Civil Service Commission & Director Going Forward into Employment programme

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

@TobysPhotos Hello Toby
Your book Larking about in Land Rovers was featured in last month’s Land Rover Monthly magazine and sounded excellent. When I went to find a copy it appeared to be sold out, do you know if it is available from anywhere?
Many thanks in advance for your assistance.

[Jake O'Kane / Belfast Comedian @JakeOKane]

I've never before asked for a retweet, I'm asking now. Someone out there is a match for Daniel; we need to reach them. So, let's use social media for a good cause.
Please, please, RT this. #DoItForDaniel 👍

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

@SueGrayCO @dptfinance Congratulations Sue, being a champion and strong advocate is a real strength you have.

[Voluntary Sector NW @VSNWnews]

We are excited about our event next week:

'Employing Ex-Offenders in the VCSE Sector'

Our speakers:
Farhana Musarat from
@LBN_Lancashire

Annie Gale from
@theCOOKkitchen
and

@darrenburns60
from
@TimpFoundation

Limited spaces, sign up now:

https://t.co/kIUc2OXOsU

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

@SueGrayDOF @cabinetofficeuk Congratulations on your latest appointment Sue, be great to catch up soon, including on the life chances work which is growing!

[Civil Service Commission @CivServComm]

Take a look at our #blog series talking to diverse range of senior Civil Service leaders about their experiences - and what more needs to be done to drive greater #diversity: https://t.co/RY61ANt00x #Inclusion #Talent #Leadership #Diversity

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

Most played podcast shows the importance of this and we continue to push forward with our work on this through @CS_GFIE and @CivServComm

[the c-suite podcast @csuitepodcast]

Our most played #podcast of 2020!
Show 95- In partnership w/ @MoJGovUk on #SocialMobility

Ft @EY_Foundation’s Margaret Gibson OBE (@RummleGumpton); @CivServComm’s @PeteLawrence1 OBE & MoJ’s Shaun McNally CBE (@mcnally825)+ @OxeraConsulting’s Helen Jenkins
https://t.co/00fy5UdXA2

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

Our last quote for this year today!

"I'm very thankful for all the advice, support and opportunities I've been given since joining the civil service. The regular work, routine & security has been such a massive help."

We always make sure put individual support in place for all!

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

In 2020 we launched our Veterans & Veterans Partner/Spouses strand.

We are proud to have recruited 21 colleagues this year during difficult times, with most recent colleague joining our very own team to take the work forward in 2021!

What can we achieve next year?

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

On the 16th March 2020 we were delighted to launch our very own blog page here at https://t.co/s9RHZM52Cc

As a small team we have tried to keep this updated & relevant - with more planned for 2021...if you haven't already then subscribe here - thank you!
https://t.co/HsJnY5fPvf

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

Day 4 - Quote day!

"I will always be grateful for the belief you had in me and the support you have given me along the way"

Sometimes removing barriers allows people to choose their own direction and we can see the real them! This colleague got that chance.

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

There are many opportunities to offer Life Chances through employment in the @UKCivilService to those facing barriers to employment - recruiters in CS departments please get in touch with @CS_GFIE to discuss how you can help - thank you!

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

Day 3 ... a simple and powerful quote!

We all have these chances and if we can help some individuals along their journey then its all the more important

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

On day 2 we hear from a colleague - we love quotes like these ...

"I'm now officially permanent! To think how much my life has changed within a couple of years is unbelievable. All thanks to you!"

They made a choice to make a change and we gave them a chance!

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

@JamesTCobbler That's fantastic James well done! You have been a constant inspiration for our @CS_GFIE work which is gathering pace well - thank you

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

Great to help and support this work

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

@dawes_melanie @Ofcom Congratulations Melanie!

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

After 22 years military service, our newest GFiE recruit and civil service colleague started this week

#Welcome #inclusive #Veterans

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

While it’s great to provide opportunities through our scheme, it’s nice to get feedback now and again too - to know we got something right for people.

“I was kept up to date with all aspects of the process and was given opportunity and encouragement to showcase my skills”

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

Looking forward to supporting this announcement as our scheme grows - and helping to provide lots of opportunities in the civil service for veterans.

#collaboration @VeteransGovUK @cabinetofficeuk

[Peter J Lawrence OBE @PeteLawrence1]

A really informative and inspiring visit this morning thanks to all involved

[Going Forward into Employment @CS_GFIE]

Fantastic morning learning all about HMP Humber (alongside New Futures Network), the great work of Code 4000 and how we can connect and work together to find future colleagues ... we will back real soon

#inclusiveemployers