"Almost one in four working-age adults in the UK has a disability - a figure that continues to rise. Yet disabled people still face stark inequalities in the labour market. The recent Keep Britain Working review, led by Sir Charlie Mayfield, found that disabled people remain locked out of work at twice the rate of non-disabled people, leaving an employment gap of almost 30 percentage points. For those with learning disabilities, paid employment stands at just 4.8 per cent."
"Their concerns are backed by data. A 2022 analysis of FTSE 100 companies found that although 99 per cent had inclusive mission statements, only 37 per cent had disability inclusion initiatives in place. A 2024 survey by the Department for Work and Pensions revealed that just 35 per cent of employers felt confident recruiting disabled candidates. Despite widespread hesitation, several major businesses are demonstrating how to make meaningful progress."
Nearly one in four working-age adults in the UK has a disability and the proportion is rising. Disabled people experience stark labour-market inequalities, with disabled people excluded from work at twice the rate of non-disabled people and an employment gap of almost 30 percentage points; paid employment for people with learning disabilities is 4.8 per cent. Many employers want to recruit and retain disabled staff but lack confidence, tools and understanding. Data show strong inclusive statements but far fewer concrete initiatives and employer confidence. Coalition efforts and employer programmes provide practical models for inclusive recruitment and training.
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