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Posted on 19 May 2026

From Barriers to Breakthroughs

Last month’s Burnley Bondholder Coffee and Collab event, facilitated by Burnley Borough Council and Calico, brought employers, partners and providers together to explore how we can support people to access, stay and thrive in employment, especially when facing health challenges or other barriers.

The event created a valuable space for collaboration, insight and practical solutions. We heard powerful contributions from:

  • Primark (Employer perspective)
  • Calico (Employee perspective)
  • DWP, WorkWell, Connect to Work and Skills Bootcamps


Together, we explored:

  • Breaking down barriers to employment
  • Supporting workforce wellbeing
  • Connecting employers with the right support

A huge thank you to all speakers, exhibitors and Burnley Bondholder employers who contributed to such a positive and impactful event.

Take a look at the highlights below.

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Interested in what we could do for you? Get in touch today and we will be happy to talk through your options.

Tel: 01282 686516

Email: skills@calico.org.uk