The Get Bradford Working Programme has reached a major milestone after helping 3,000 people from the district back into employment since it was first launched in 2012.
The scheme, which provides a range of support to help Bradford residents overcome barriers to accessing the job market, supported its 3,000th person into work this week.
Get Bradford Working involves a range of different initiatives working with partners to deliver training and employment opportunities.
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Bradford Youth Orchestra Hits the Right Notes on German Tour
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Wakefield Man Charged Over A61 Crash That Killed Six People
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Eight Men Appear in Bradford Court Over Alleged Cockfighting Offences
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Man Jailed for 14 Years Over 20kg Heroin Plot in Leeds
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