Greene King’s Releasing Potential programme has won an award recognising the partnerships helping prison leavers build careers in hospitality.
The initiative received the Most Impactful Collaboration Project honour at the WiHTL Inclusion in Awards, presented on 3 November.
Since its launch in 2019, the programme has supported 373 prison leavers into work with the pub company and brewer.
More than 150 candidates have also trained through its four prison Training Academy kitchens, gaining practical experience and working towards qualifications.
The scheme brings together employers, prisons, government bodies, education providers and charities, including Only A Pavement Away and Recruitment Junction.
Support extends beyond a job offer to practical challenges involved in moving from custody into employment, including travel, accommodation and ongoing guidance.
The recognition highlights a route into pub and hospitality work for people who can face significant barriers to finding a job.
Greene King says the strength of those partnerships is central to helping participants sustain employment and develop their careers.
Story reported 6 November 2026; no exact release time stated. Source report. Pub Social coverage published 6 November 2026.
