BERNESLAI Homes’ social value impact report has revealed the council’s housing provider is going above and beyond to clean up the borough.

The report - published this week - shows what’s being done to make a difference to the lives of residents by investing in people, skills and communities across Barnsley, delivering social value through education, employment, support and other community initiatives.

Events across the borough included clean-up days, gardening, and bespoke training for local residents helping them to spot the early signs of damp and mould.

They’ve also supported early careers with more than 30 placements provided for T-levels and school-age students and 25 apprenticeship placements offered in both office-based roles and trades.

Working closely with local colleges and schools, Berneslai Homes hosts work experience and student placements, supports activities including careers fairs and mock interviews, and provides hands-on experience in a range of roles within the housing sector.

Barnsley Hospice also benefited, after it was nominated and voted for as Berneslai Homes’ charity partner for 2025 to 2027 and has already received more than £8,000 in fundraising activities as well as volunteer hours and practical support.

Steve Feast, chief executive, said: “We’re committed to making a positive difference to the lives of local people both in the way we do business and through the culture within the organisation.

“We work closely with our partners and suppliers to give time, resources, and skills to unlock potential and create opportunities.

“Our people are encouraged to get involved in a wide range of social value initiatives from mentoring and training to volunteering and fundraising, and this report highlights the many benefits delivered locally during the last year.”