Screwfix’s Harlow store welcomed its local MP Robert Halfon to meet with colleagues on the retailer’s apprenticeship programme.
Robert Halfon MP was hosted by the store team and Screwfix HR director Liz Bell, with an opportunity to learn about the business and Screwfix’s commitment in supporting colleagues’ development through its apprenticeship programme.
They met with a colleague who is currently participating in the apprenticeship program as well as customers in store, highlighting the importance and benefits of a career in the trade.
More than 600 apprentices are currently training across the business in areas such as retail management, HR, finance, data and legal, and over 85% of Screwfix’s apprentices who complete the programmes are promoted.
Speaking about his visit, Robert Halfon MP said: “I was delighted to visit Screwfix last week, it was great to not only tour the site and sign up as a customer but also to meet their incredible Level 3 Apprentice, Sam, who was training to become an assistant manager.
“As Harlow’s MP, I am proud to represent one of the best, biggest and oldest Screwfix branches in the country, which is helping the local and national economy by employing 16 residents and creating £4 million in revenue every year.”
Liz Bell added: “It was a pleasure to welcome Robert Halfon MP to our Harlow store and share some of the stories of our apprenticeship programme. At Screwfix, we want our colleagues reach their potential and our programme is vital to that.”
The Harlow store is part of the company’s growing network of over 870 stores across the UK and Republic of Ireland, with 80 new stores set to open by January 2024.
