Kwasi paid a visit to Staines Town Football Club to meet the Chairman and other staff. They chatted about the Club's preparations for the new season, discussed how football can be better supported locally and talked about Staines' engagement with the community.
Kwasi said:
"A lot of work goes on behind the scenes and it was exciting to hear more about the Club's new apprenticeship scheme, which will employ sixteen to eighteen year olds in the day-to-day running of the club and help them acquire nationally recognised qualifications at College. They could then pursue a career in the sport and leisure industry."
"By employing young people, the Club is helping them develop practical skills, and is benefiting from their help and enthusiasm in return. That is good news locally, and is exactly the kind of initiative any government should encourage."