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“There is nothing worse than not knowing where you’re going to end up each night, and I’ve been there for a while. Gaining employment is a massive relief.”

“Since my conviction I have come to appreciate how hard it is for ex-offenders to get back into the workplace, and as such I know that the work you do really changes lives for the better.”

"Having a job has made me value myself and my contribution to society. It has taught me the true value of money and hard work. It has given me an appreciation of life."

“I'm sat here in tears as I think about the wonderful service you provide and I wonder if you realise just how much it means to people such as myself.”

“After a tough period in my life Clean Sheet were there to encourage me to stay positive and that there is light at the end of the tunnel."

“It’s such a lonely affair when you are trying to get a job with convictions and you have helped me a lot. So thank you.”

“People are compassionate and someone will see you for the individual you are. Patience is key.”

“So, what’s it like to have a job? This is easy. Freedom. The ability to know that firstly at the end of each month you get paid and you can do what you want.”

"The feeling of being accepted again by someone and knowing that in fact, your past is gone and your future is here and waiting for you.”

“My confidence was at an all-time low and I was close to giving up altogether, it felt like my working life was over. I am so glad I found Clean Sheet, they have given me my life back.”

"For someone like me, who tried to forget the mistake I made over 18 years ago, it's reassuring to know that not everyone is judgemental.”