Launched in October 2020 to help the industry recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, Springboard to 2022 sought to tackle the long-term staffing crisis by ensuring there was a skilled talent pipeline to fill job vacancies. Of the 10,000 people securing jobs in hospitality, 56% were male and 46% were female with 85% aged under 30.

Discussing the success of Springboard to 2022, Chris Gamm, chief executive of Springboard, said: “Hearing how the programme has changed the lives of participants - many of whom faced challenges such as mental or physical health conditions and the war in Ukraine - makes this achievement even more meaningful.

“Knowing we've been able to support the hospitality businesses we work with as they continue to face staffing challenges resulting from Brexit and Covid-19 is also incredibly positive - and we look forward to furthering this next year."

For more information on Springboard to 2022, visit https://springboard.uk.net/support-us/springboard-to-2022/.