The £20B Problem Warehouses Could Help Solve | Ep1

In this episode of ShedTalk, Tony Gresty and Naomi Jones sit down with Steve and Val from Tempus Novo to explore how employment can help people break the cycle of reoffending, and what this really means for warehouse and logistics teams. This conversation looks at why so many people leaving prison struggle to find stable work, why employers are often hesitant to hire people with convictions, and how the right support structure can turn overlooked candidates into reliable, loyal and motivated employees. Key points: 📦 Why warehousing and logistics can offer a strong route back into work ⚙️ How Tempus Novo supports both employees and employers for 12 months 👷 Why trust, structure, culture and relationships matter so much 📊 The real cost of reoffending compared with the cost of getting someone into work ✅ Why hiring ex-offenders safely can create better outcomes for businesses, families and communities Chapters: 00:00 Stories of people turning their lives around 08:38 Why families are part of the impact 14:00 Why logistics leaders should rethink hiring people with convictions 17:08 Why employers need experienced support 18:05 Why warehousing and logistics can work so well 20:38 How Tempus Novo supports supervisors and employees 22:46 Why company culture matters before placing someone 38:41 The cost of reoffending and the numbers behind the model 53:40 Why the Tempus Novo model reassures employers 1:11:42 Why logistics offers progression, opportunity and purpose Steve and Val share powerful real-world stories of people who moved from repeat offending into stable employment, family life, confidence and progression. They explain why the right job is not just about income, but identity, structure, self-worth and the chance to become part of something better. They also explain why the model works particularly well in warehouse and logistics environments, where structure, routine, clear expectations and progression routes can help people settle, perform and grow. For employers, the message is clear: this is not about taking reckless risks. It is about working with the right organisation, understanding the person, supporting the supervisor and building a safer route into work. If you work in warehousing, logistics, fulfilment, supply chain, automation or materials handling, this episode is designed to give you a practical look at recruitment, retention and the hidden talent pool many businesses still overlook. Connect with the hosts: Tony Gresty: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonygresty/ Naomi Jones: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naomi-e-jones/ Subscribe for more real-world conversations about better warehouses, smarter logistics and practical operational improvement. ShedTalk. All Shed and Done.