Research and analysis

Supporting progression out of low pay: a call to action

The independent In-work Progression Commission’s report identifies barriers faced by those in low pay looking to progress and sets out key actions to remove these barriers.

From:
Department for Work and Pensions
Published
1 July 2021

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Supporting progression out of low pay: a call to action

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The Commission wants everyone in low pay to have the opportunity and support to progress in work and increase their earnings. The Commission’s report identifies the multiple barriers faced by those in low pay looking to progress and sets out key actions that governments at every level across the UK, employers and others should take to minimise and remove these barriers.

The report looks into:

  • the low-paid on Universal Credit: DWP’s role in progression
  • promoting a culture of lifelong learning
  • the role of business and employers in progression
  • public procurement and progression: unlocking social value on the good work agenda
  • transport and childcare
Published 1 July 2021