'We must get Britain working again', says the chancellor
Changes to the welfare system are expected to get thousands of people back into work and boost earnings and the economy, according to the Government. Around 120,000 people will be affected by the upcoming reforms.
The Chancellor said: “Our jobs market is remarkably resilient, but it is not perfect. While unemployment is at its lowest rate for nearly fifty years, the high number of vacancies that still exist and inactivity in the labour market is limiting economic growth. We must get Britain working again. This expansion is an increase from the 12-hour threshold. It will bring an additional 120,000 benefit claimants into the Intensive Work Search Regime, which the Government hopes will help fill some of the 1.2 million job vacancies currently across the UK.
Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Chloe Smith MP said: "As we continue to face economic challenges and labour market shortages, we are committed to helping people on lower incomes to boost their pay – because we know work is one of the best ways to support your family and help grow our economy.
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