Leisure trust Active Luton has received three accolades at the Jobcentre Plus Awards for its work in helping local job seekers back into employment.

The company was named as winner of The Youth Employment, Diversity in Action and Skills Development awards.

The Skills Development Award recognised Active Luton for its work in encouraging and developing staff skills across the business, while the Diversity in Action, reflected the contribution Active Luton has made in employing staff of different ages, abilities and backgrounds, representative of the make-up of the local community.

Other shortlisted organisations included Luton Borough Council, The West Essex Partnership and the retail giant Waitrose.

The showcase event, held at Pleasure Hills Theme Park in Lowestoft recognised employers who have helped change peoples' lives and made a vital contribution to the local community, through a successful working relationship with Jobcentre Plus.

In total, the judging panel received in excess of 70 entries for the awards.