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partners , we will deliver new high-quality homes and create a lasting legacy for the whole community through our investment in education , skills and training because we believe that everyone deserves a great place to live .”
The Gascoigne Estate West project is being delivered by national developer Wates Residential after it won a place on the pioneering Be First Development Framework last year .
As part of the project , Wates Residential will increase investment in education , training and skills opportunities , delivering a borough-wide legacy .
Commitments include recruiting a minimum of 20 % of local work force and addressing the skills shortage with a wider education programme that will run through local schools .
Wates Residential will also promote job vacancies to those who currently face barriers to employment , in addition to providing work experience placements and careers advice sessions , and a number of apprenticeships in key traditional areas including bricklaying , and carpentry , as well as in business administration .
Working in partnership with Wates
The Downwell Group is delighted to be working with Wates again on the current phase of regeneration at the Gascoigne Estate .
We are liaising closely with local Community Groups supporting various initiatives .
Downwell is providing our full range of services which include :
• Scaffolding
• Asbestos Removal
• Environmental Cleaning
• Demolition
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