The charity says the workforce at its Avon Tyrrell centre will reduce from 39 to 25 staff due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The health crisis has put a “significant strain” on the outdoor learning sector and without the redundancies “the likely result would be the permanent closure of the 135-year site”.
1/3 It’s with a heavy heart that I share the news that like so many others, we are now announcing proposed redundancies.
— Ndidi Okezie🕊 (@Ndidi1st) October 21, 2020
Over the past 6 months our staff at @AvonTyrrell have been working incredibly hard to continue to deliver #NeverMoreNeeded outdoor learning for young people.. pic.twitter.com/jyJ5iSWJUx
UK Youth chief executive Ndidi Okezie said: “This is a very sad day in the history of this charity.
“I’ve seen first hand how much the opportunity to experience outdoor learning changes a young person and we’ve tried so hard to save jobs.
“It’s particularly painful given the unwavering dedication of our staff throughout this pandemic.”
She added: “We remain resolute in our desire to continue to meet the pressing needs of all young people.”
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