The Leicester Mercury is to try to find jobs for five people out of work for five years through showcasing their skills in its editorial pages.
They are initially being given their chance to make a fresh start with the Mercury’s We Want To Work campaign, which will also act as an advice shop for readers, giving guidance on CV preparation and interview techniques.
Each of the five will get a half page in the evening paper giving local companies a close insight into their capabilities, needs and ambitions. They will receive extra exposure on Wednesdays in the Mercury’s JobsDay supplement.
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