Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Sam Gyimah and Alan Mak

Tuesday 6th December 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Gyimah]

My right hon. Friend raises a point around conviction and time spent. Obviously, there is the Ban the Box campaign, which we are supporters of, that encourages employers to look beyond these things, certainly when it comes to employing ex-offenders. I would be happy to speak with my right hon. Friend directly about the case of her constituent.

[Mr Alan Mak (Havant) (Con)]

22. In Havant, the Hampshire community rehabilitation company helps offenders and drug users to find employment and training opportunities. Will the Minister continue to support its excellent work in breaking the reoffending cycle?

[Mr Gyimah]

Yes.