People South | Business South

Introduction

People South aims to make a difference to Business South Champions by bringing together professionals who are involved in all aspects of the people agenda, with a view to driving positive change across the Central South.

We work collaboratively to make sure Business South Champions are best placed to secure competitive advantage through people, process and connections.

Our Goal

People South aims to collaborate, support and inform Business South Champions on all things people. From keep up to date with the changes brought in by the Employment Rights Act 2025, organising a Mock Tribunal to demonstrate the procedure, and focusing on key topics for employers such as skills, talent retention, mental health, DEI and closing the gender pay gap.

Improving Policy

Apprenticeship Levy

People South is spearheading initiatives to optimise the use of the Apprenticeship Levy, leveraging its strategic position to present compelling solutions to the Central South All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG). By collaborating with regional stakeholders and policymakers, People South aims to ensure that businesses can maximally benefit from the Apprenticeship Levy, thereby driving talent development and business growth across the Central South.

Thought Leadership

Setting the Workforce Agenda

Thought leadership in People South meetings serves as a cornerstone for fostering innovation and driving change across the Central South. With inspiring leaders regularly taking the stage, these sessions offer invaluable insights into the people agenda, ensuring Business South Champions are at the forefront of human resource strategies and workforce development.

For further enquiries about joining our People South Action Group, please contact our Action Group coordinator: joe@businesssouth.org