Spear program in Cheltenham

Early day motion 299, tabled 8 June 2026 by Max Wilkinson (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 7 members.

That this House congratulates Spear Cheltenham for fighting youth unemployment by helping more than 300 young people gain the skills needed for work; recognises that the methods employed by Spear produce above national average outcomes in converting training into work; thanks the Cheltenham Spear team, Chris Wagstaff, Ambra Vivian and Nicky Jacklin for their work; welcomes the role played by the team at Trinity Church, as host to the scheme in Cheltenham; and encourages more areas around the country to pursue the aims and methods deployed by Spear.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 6, DUP 1.