Thirty-six employees from UK Power Networks took part in the Palace-to-Palace cycling challenge, riding 50 miles from London to Surrey and collectively raising £9,149 for The King's Trust.
The team set off at 8am on a misty autumn morning, trading their hard hats for cycling helmets as they covered the 50-mile route. The money raised is intended to help tackle youth unemployment across the UK.
The King's Trust supports young people by offering opportunities, training and confidence-building programmes aimed at helping them start careers and build brighter futures.
For one participant, energy data scientist Cesar Ruiz, the cause is personal. He completed the ride as his second fundraising event in support of the charity, having received a scholarship while studying in 2021 that helped fund his education and pursue his career goals.
Ruiz described taking part as an unforgettable experience and said it was a great opportunity to spend time with colleagues while giving something back. He added that being able to help provide similar opportunities for other young people meant a lot, recalling what it felt like to be in that position and how much such support can matter.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of The King's Trust, which the article notes has spent five decades helping young people develop skills, confidence and opportunities.