The government has announced a policy of trying to get half a million Universal Credit claimants into work by June.
'Under existing rules claimants have 3 months to find a job in their preferred sector before facing the prospect of sanctions. New rules will mean that sanctions could begin 4 weeks after their initial UC claim, if they’re not making reasonable efforts to find and secure a job in any sector or turn down a job offer.'
Sanctions will be more of a threat.
The latest edition of Touchbase explains-
'Way to Work will accelerate connecting current opportunities and jobseekers.
To do this, we are providing the following:
Claimants will spend more time with their work coaches. This will improve the work coach’s understanding of their needs and their suitability for certain roles.
Jobcentres will be working with a diverse range of employers, of differing sizes and sectors. Work coaches will be able to match claimants to the type of employer.
For those feeling anxious, work coaches will offer a variety of ways and. platforms claimants can be introduced to prospective employers, including recruitment days, physical and virtual job fairs and other events.
The recruitment process will be simplified and shortened.'
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