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Huge recruitment boost to tackle backlog in vital disability work scheme
Tens of thousands of disabled people needing support to move into or stay in work will have their claims processed quicker, thanks to action taken by the Department for Work and Pensions.
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Government turning the tide for young people in the Midlands with jobs backing from Severn Trent
Young people across the East and West Midlands will have more work opportunities as Severn Trent becomes the latest backer of a government drive to tackle youth unemployment, pledging 400 roles in the water industry.
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Britain is undersaving for retirement warns Pensions Commission
The Pensions Commission has today (19 May) published its interim report on the state of retirement saving in the UK, setting out the key challenges facing the current system and where it will focus its work next.
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Have your say: PIP review launches engagement programme for disabled people to get involved
The Timms Review is today announcing a wider programme of evidence-gathering and public engagement, giving disabled people, Disabled People’s Organisations, carers, practitioners, clinicians, researchers and other experts more ways to share evidence and experience.
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Retirement boost of £29,000 awaits millions as landmark Pension Schemes Act becomes law
Over 20 million workers are set to get more from every pound they save towards retirement thanks to the passing into law of historic pensions legislation today, Wednesday 29 April 2026.
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DWP puts disabled people first: Thousands of health staff complete landmark autism and learning disabilities training
Training tackles harmful assumptions about disability and ensures staff make practical, meaningful adjustments for the people they serve.
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