Warwickshire Redundancy Support Task Force activated following JLR cyber attack
"The service has been designed to be flexible, scalable, and ongoing, with a strong focus on helping businesses re-diversify roles and build resilience."
In response to the recent cyber-attack on Jaguar Land Rover, Warwickshire County Council, in partnership with Coventry City Council and alongside key regional partners including the Coventry & Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce, has activated a dedicated Redundancy Support Task Force to assist affected businesses and employees.
This coordinated initiative brings together a powerful network of regional and national organisations to deliver tailored, practical support during a time of disruption. It’s a proactive model of partnership working, built on shared intelligence and a commitment supporting the stabilisation of the local economy.
The Coventry and Warwickshire Chamber of Commerce’s recent survey provided invaluable insight into the scale and nature of the impact, helping shape the Task Force’s response to ensure it meets the real needs of businesses and workers.
But this isn’t just about reacting, it’s about prevention. The service has been designed to be flexible, scalable, and ongoing, with a strong focus on helping businesses re-diversify roles and build resilience. By supporting workforce development and protecting vulnerable job functions, we’re working to future-proof Warwickshire’s economy and reduce the risk of future disruption.
Our Task Force partners include:
- Department for Work and Pensions
- Federation of Small Businesses
- Warwickshire’s District & Borough Councils
What we’re offering:
Redundancy Support Task Force
A centralised point of contact (physical and/or virtual) to coordinate a tailored response with affected businesses.
Tailored response activities
- Jobs fairs / employer engagement events
- CV writing & interview preparation
- Skills assessments (including transferrable skills)
- Signposting to support services
Employer engagement
- Connecting affected workers with hiring employers
- Access to specialist recruitment agencies
- Promotion of inclusive hiring via the Fair Chance Programme Jobs Portal
- Encouraging employers to upload vacancies and demonstrate inclusive recruitment values
This joined-up approach is helping not only with immediate recovery but also with long-term workforce protection. By supporting individuals and businesses alike, Warwickshire is showing how smart, compassionate intervention can make a real difference.
Contact Us Today
Warwickshire Skills Hub
📞 +44 2476 796461
📧 skillshub@warwickshire.gov.uk
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