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New plans “resurrect” genuine pensions for millions of private sector workers
Around 17 million private sector workers now saving into a pension will be given the option of an income in retirement, closing the gap with pensions seen in the public sector, under government plans for default pensions launched today.
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Asbestos compensation injustice ended for bereaved families
From today (31st October), families of workers who have died from asbestos-related diseases before claiming compensation will now receive the full award.
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Cornwall's first Youth Guarantee Jobs Fair moves hundreds of young people closer to employment
Hundreds of young people attended Cornwall’s first Youth Guarantee Jobs Fair to explore opportunities for jobs, apprenticeships, training and work experience at some of the region’s largest businesses.
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Government unleashes £1.2 billion crackdown as part of anti-fraud drive
Benefits cheats have been put on notice with tough new anti-fraud measures used for the first time as part of a drive to save billions of pounds for the taxpayer.
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Thousands of young people put down roots in agricultural careers at Jobs Fair
More than 1,000 young people attended Norfolk’s first Youth Guarantee Jobs fair to experience first-hand the various professions in the agricultural sector.
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More money reaching children than ever thanks to Child Maintenance Service
Children across the country are benefitting from a record high in payments being made by parents through an improved Child Maintenance Service (CMS).
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